USA Merced National Wildlife Refuge
This is the wintering home of enoumous flocks of snow geese (20,000+), Sandhill cranes (15,000+) and other migratory birds
Photography Tips
Bring both a long lens and a wide angle lens. Make sure you are there at sunrise or sunset to see the birds when they take off in large numbers
Travel Information
The refuge is not far from the town of Merced California. They insist that visitors drive the viewing routes and only get out of the car at designated viewing platforms
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Just a few people
Best Timing
Sunset during winter
Sunrise & Sunset
07:02 - 18:37
| current local time: 11:20
Photo Themes
birds
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