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Jack's Pond Park

San Marcos, California  >  United States

A community park with a mile and a half walk on a paved walking path to stroll with your dog, stroller or alone. There is a picnic area.

Added* by Ruth Carmona-Murray
Most recent update 11 janúar 2024

Description

Jack's Pond Park has 23 acres with a variety of plant life (including prickly pear cactus, olive trees, pepper trees, sagebrush, oak trees and eucalyptus trees) and a pond. You can see a variety of birds: California Quail, California Thrasher, Wrentit, Belted Kingfisher, Green Heron, Snowy Egret, Cedar Waxwing, California Scrub-Jay, Anna's Hummingbird, American Wigeon, American Coot, Black Phoebe, Ruby-throated Hummingbird and Ruby-crowned Kinglet.

Details

Access

Jack's Pond Park is located in San Marcos. There is a parking lot with toilets. The area is accessible by car, foot and bike. Click on the P in the map for directions or coordinates.

Terrain and Habitat

Scattered trees and bushes , Lake

Conditions

Hilly

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Summer , Autumn

Route

Paved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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