San Joaquin Marsh offers urban escape for wildlife and visitors in Orange County

The San Joaquin Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary in Irvine, Orange County, offers a natural escape from urban life. The 300-acre sanctuary features 12 miles of trails and is home to over 200 bird species and various wildlife. Visitors can enjoy sights like Canada geese, great blue herons, and ospreys while walking through the sanctuary. The area is popular with bird watchers, photographers, and runners seeking a peaceful environment away from city noise. The sanctuary is free to visit and open from dawn to dusk. It is part of the Irvine Ranch Water District, located at 5 Riparian View. Bicycles and pets are not allowed, and visitors should not disturb the wildlife.