Charleston Slough

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Charleston Slough

This easy walk covers Charleston Slough, Coast-Casey Forebay, Salt Pond A1 and Shoreline Lake. We will look for sandpipers, ducks, wading birds, terns, and a variety of other species. Advanced birders, beginning birders and everyone in between are all welcome to attend!

Trip Difficulty: 2 miles, flat trails, mostly paved

Leaders: Nick Yatsko, (408) 891-3187 and Sarah Chan ‪(650) 549-4576‬

Beginner Friendly, Wheelchair Accessible

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: Restroom and drinking water at trailhead

Parking Type and Fees: paved parking, ADA compliant spots available, no fees

Banner Photo: American Avocets by Luca de Alfaro

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