Tijuana Estuary in California State

Tijuana Estuary

Hugging the border between the U.S. and Mexico, this area is the largest coastal wetland in Southern California and an important habitat for 370 species of native and migratory birds (including six endangered species).

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Tijuana Estuary Details

Hugging the border between the U.S. and Mexico, this area is the largest coastal wetland in Southern California and an important habitat for 370 species of native and migratory birds (including six endangered species). While the birdwatching here is second to none, guests also come to hike the four miles of nature trails or to visit the exhibits at the visitor center.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Tijuana Estuary

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0.8 mi away

Tijuana Slough National Wildlife Refuge

The refuge is a vital spot for many migratory waterfowl and shorebirds on the Pacific Flyway.

1.0 mi away

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Tick off a couple of must-see destinations in San Diego when you drive along this 13-mile route.

2.1 mi away

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2.2 mi away

San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge

Diverse endangered, threatened, migratory, and native species are protected in the 2,620-acre area of land and water.

4.3 mi away

Silver Strand State Beach

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