Pacheco Marsh is a diverse new habitat managed by the John Muir Land Trust. Hosting many species, it is especially known as a good place to spot Short-eared Owls near sunset. We will walk out along level paths in search of marshland birds, including ducks and rails, and hope to see owls in flight as the sun sinks low.

There is a bathroom at the trailhead. The marsh is on the edge of Suisun Bay, and it may be cooler and breezier than locations farther inland, so dress accordingly.

Note: I know the image above is not of a Short-eared Owl! I haven’t captured an image of our target bird on this outing—yet.

Hike Rating: 2 – Walking of a little over a mile on smooth, level paths.
Leader: Ted Robertson,
Meet: Pacheco Marsh Preserve, Waterfront Road, Martinez.
GPS: 38.030855340180295, -122.08804788860651

Directions from Walnut Creek: I-680 north to Marina Vista exit. At the light, turn right, and proceed 1.4 miles to Pacheco Marsh on the left.

This trip is limited to 24 participants, and will be cross-promoted with JMLT — so sign up early to ensure your spot. Register HERE:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunset-birding-at-pacheco-marsh-tickets-1980650802869

(Image of Great-horned Owl by Matt Tarlach)