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American Avocets by Garrett Lau
Charleston Slough and Shoreline Lake (Mountain View)
On this easy, flat walk we will observe ducks, shorebirds, terns, and other species present in summer at Charleston Slough, Coast-Casey Forebay, Salt Pond A1, and Shoreline Lake. This trip will explore a variety of habitats including seasonal wetland, marsh, a freshwater lake, and a salt pond.
Trip Difficulty: 2 miles, paved trails, gravel trails, packed-dirt trails, little or no elevation gain, little to no shade
Other Trip Notes: Bring sun protection and water.
Leaders: Ryan Ludman (248) 719-1331
Beginner Friendly, Family Friendly Ages 10 and up, No elevation gain
Meet: trailhead near corner of Terminal Blvd and San Antonio Rd, Mountain View
Directions: From US-101 in Mountain View, exit San Antonio Rd. Continue north to the end of San Antonio Rd then turn right onto Terminal Blvd. Park along Terminal Blvd. Latitude/Longitude: 37.433767, -122.099796
Facilities: bathroom, drinking water, cell phone service, bike rack
Parking Type and Fees: paved parking lot, street parking
Questions? Email general questions to fieldtrips@scvbirdalliance.org or contact the trip leader for questions regarding the event.