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birdwatching in Montgomery Woods

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Great Birdwatching Spots

Mendocino County is a fantastic destination for birdwatching, with its diverse habitats and stunning natural beauty. Here are some gorgeous locations where you can spot a variety of winged locals in their natural surroundings.

MacKerricher State Park walk

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MacKerricher State Park

Just north of Fort Bragg, MacKerricher State Park is a birdwatcher’s paradise, offering a rich mix of habitats, from beaches and forests to wetlands and open ocean. Keep an eye out for Downy Woodpeckers, Western Scrub-Jays, Golden-crowned Kinglets, and many other feathered residents.

birdwatching in Montgomery Woods

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Montgomery Woods

Lush, primeval Montgomery Woods is where you will find the world’s oldest and biggest redwoods, and the many birds who dwell in the tall trees. Look for the Cedar Waxwing, the Pacific Wren, and the majestic red-tailed hawk. 

beautiful bird to find while birdwatching on the coast

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Jughandle State Reserve

While Mendocino is known for its giant redwoods, the unique geology of this swath of the Coast range features a pygmy forest! Hike the 2.5 mile Ecological Staircase Trail, learn about this unique and beautiful place, and keep your eyes open for birds!

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Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens

Forty-seven acres of immaculately-tended gardens, dense pine, a world-class Rhododendron collection, and innumerable local flora, all culminating in coastal bluffs of riotous wildflowers, and 187 varieties of bird!

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