This preserve is home to more than 260 species of birds as well as mountain lions, bobcats, deer, javelina, coyotes, desert tortoises and rattlesnakes. The preserve also protects the cottonwood-willow riparian forest containing some of the largest and oldest Fremont cottonwood trees in the world. A self-guided nature trail and a visitor center are available.
Guests may take a tour of the preserve on Saturdays at 9:00 a.m. Meet at the Visitor Center for an easy 1-2 hour hike (no reservations needed).
