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  James V. Fitzgerald Marine Reserve  

Established in 1969, the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve is one of the richest intertidal areas on the California coast. Extensive shale reefs are home for a wide variety of marine life, such as giant green anemones, limpets, purple sea urchins, crabs and snails. In fact, over 25 new species have been discovered at the reserve. It's best to see the tide pools during the low minus tides which expose the rocky shoreline to view.

Facilities picnic tables, restrooms, and a parking area. Interpretative exhibits and programs are available. Tide pool walks are available at low tides. For more information call (415) 728-3584 or check the James V. Fitzgerald Marine Reserve website.

 

James V. Fitzgerald Marine Reserve from the trail along the cliffs

Directions:

  • The reserve is 53 miles North of Santa Cruz, and 17 miles South of San Francisco.

[Fitzgerald reserve map]

   
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