Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve Trail

Huntington Beach, California

4.5/5

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2.97 miles

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30 ft

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The Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve Trail is a 4.5 mile hike through the largest wetlands left in California. This hike is perfect for all skill levels.

The Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve Trail is great for birding and wildlife viewing. If you want a longer hike, you can extend the mileage by heading down the riverbed trail. The trail is open year-round. Dogs are not allowed in Bolsa Chica.

Bolsa Chica State Beach is easily accessible from Orange County and is near Huntington Beach. Just north of Bolsa Chica is Sunset Beach, with lots of great options for breakfast or lunch.

The parking lot has been known to fill up fast, so get there on the earlier side.

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Jesse Heydorff

Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve Trail

08/24/20

The Ecological Reserve also known as the wetlands is across PCH from Bolsa Chica State Beach. The paths in the wetlands are stroller friendly, making it a good outing for the fam. Keep in mind, the reserve is not dog friendly. There is a gas station at the corner of Warner and PCH and a few places to get grab-and-go food in case you need to pick anything up.

4.0

Grant

Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve Trail

07/15/18

Nothing strenuous, but just a great way to push the kids around and have a great few hours. There are educational signs telling you about the flora, fauna, and animals in the reserve and plenty of parking.

5.0

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