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Gray Lodge Wildlife Area
Gridley, California, United States
Butte County is a terrific place to soak in some nature, but one area, in particular, stands out as a must-visit: the Gray Lodge Wildlife Area. If you haven’t been birdwatching against the backdrop of the world’s smallest mountain range, can you really call yourself an outdoor enthusiast?
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During fall and winter, more than a million waterfowl pass through the area, creating a stunning display of a variety of different species.
3207 Rutherford Rd
Gridley, CA
Gray Lodge, located in Gridley, is home to more than 300 species of wildlife, including shorebirds, waterfowl, and a variety of mammals. Depending on when you visit, you can encounter migratory flocks of ducks, snow geese, corvids, and even white pelicans.
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Birding, hiking, and fishing are popular recreation activities that you can enjoy at Gray Lodge Wildlife Area.
3207 Rutherford Rd
Gridley, CA
Whether you’re driving the 3-mile auto loop, trekking through Gray Lodge’s assortment of trails, or taking a guided tour, the wildlife area is the perfect venue to enjoy a tranquil, relaxing experience in the middle of nature. General hours are dawn to dusk. Note that you’ll need a California DFW Lands Pass or valid hunting or fishing license to visit.
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Everyone will appreciate what Gray Lodge offers: a magnificent backdrop that highlights both the serene beauty of nature and its wild force.
3207 Rutherford Rd
Gridley, CA
Whether you’re with a group of family and friends, or on a solo expedition, a wildlife lover, birding journal in hand, seeking a glimpse of an exotic specimen, or a photographer armed with the gear to capture the skies, there's something for everyone.
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Gray Lodge makes for a sensory show that needs to be seen - and heard (sound on) - in person. Swipe up & tap "More Details" to learn more.
3207 Rutherford Rd
Gridley, CA
The gathering of migrating birds and the area’s indigenous species, all in one major rest stop along the Pacific Flyway, makes for a spectacular sensory show—a cacophony of birdsong and the incredible whoosh of feathers in flight. You can bring your binoculars if you really want to spot individual specimens, but much in the way you would take in a fireworks display—a visual feast with the naked eye—the birds of Gray Lodge light up the sky just the same.