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Field Trip: Ulistac Natural Area (Santa Clara)

Hairy Woodpecker by John Scharpen

Join us for a leisurely bird outing to look for songbirds, woodpeckers, and raptors. This urban open space with oak and riparian woodlands and seasonal wetlands contains the last 40 acres of natural, undeveloped land along the Guadalupe River in the city of Santa Clara. Park volunteers are continuing to remove invasive species and add California native plants, making this place a rich urban sanctuary great for year-round birding. This trip is geared towards beginners but all are welcome!

Trip Difficulty: approximately 2 miles, packed-dirt trails, some hills (less than 300 ft elevation gain), some shade, Our route is mostly flat, but there is a paved ramp leading up to the levee (about 40 feet). There is no shade on the levee.

Other Trip Notes: Please bring binoculars. Rain will cancel.

Leaders: Susan Tenney (408) 802-6184, Pauline Marchon and Dori Faust

Family Friendly Ages 10 and up, Beginner Friendly

Meet: South entrance on Lick Mill Blvd.

Directions: From CA-237 exit Great America Pkwy south, drive 0.8 miles, then turn left on Tasman Dr. In 1 mile turn right on Lick Mill Blvd and travel about 0.5 miles to the park which will be on your left. Street parking. Latitude/Longitude: 37.403418, -121.953984

Facilities: No toilets, rest rooms available across the street at Lick Mill Park. Cell phone service.

Parking Type and Fees: street parking, no fees

Questions? Email general questions to fieldtrips@scvbirdalliance.org or contact the trip leader for questions regarding the event.