Tijuana Slough National Wildlife Refuge
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Tijuana Slough National Wildlife Refuge is located in the most southwestern corner of the contiguous United States. As a National Wildlife Refuge, it is administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. It was established in 1980.
attractions: Imperial Beach Pier, Dunes Park, Pier South Resort, Autograph Collection, Sand Castle Inn and Suites, San Diego County Library – Imperial Beach Branch, Imperial Beach Gardens, restaurants: Filippi's Pizza Grotto Imperial Beach, IB Forum Sports Bar & Grill, Mike Hess Brewing—Imperial Beach, Brigantine Seafood & Oyster Bar, Quiero Restaurants, Babycakes Imperial Beach, Champion Field IB, IB Espresso, Seacoast Beach Bar, Subway
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Tijuana Slough National Wildlife Refuge is located in the most southwestern corner of the contiguous United States. As a National Wildlife Refuge, it is administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. It was established in 1980.
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There is no doubting that this is a special and beautiful reserve and has some striking bird species like Osprey, Curlews, Pelicans, and the endangered Western Snowy Plover. However, there is also no doubt how serious the impact of the billions of tonnes (literally) of raw sewage being released from a broken sewage pump in Tijuana has had on wildlife and humans here. At one point beach access had been impossible for 1,000 days. Look locally to seek out initiatives trying to end the disgusting pollution of this very special reserve.
Christopher ParkesChristopher Parkes
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Yikes! This is disturbing that this riparian area is chock full of sewage coming from a broken sewage plant in Tijuana, Mexico. This is horrific! It smells and so few birds were present in this messy riparian area. In addition this river dumps into the Pacific Ocean ruining the beaches on the border of Mexico and California In the summer beach closures continue up from Mexico - Silver Stand and even Coronado. Much needs to be done to rectify this! Please - let's not continue to contaminate our beautiful oceans!
CarmelbytheseaAZCarmelbytheseaAZ
10
Such a gem tucked away in the south west corner or San Diego (and the United States!). You can bunnies, lizards, and all types of birds! There are trails that are beginner friendly (and mostly stroller friendly too). The visitor center is pretty cool (before it got closed for Covid). The estuary is full of beautiful views and it is a great place for a walk or hike (or run). With the benches located along or at the ends of trails, it makes for a nice snack or picnic spot too.
Ali AceAli Ace
20
This is one of the most beautiful beaches I’ve been to. I love the swampland with the view of the mountains and Tijuana in the background. The beach is also very nice and I enjoyed walking around here and seeing the scenery! Highly recommend if you’re near San Diego!
Kiet TTKiet TT
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This is one of the most beautiful beaches I’ve been to. I love the swampland with the view of the mountains and Tijuana in the background. The beach is also very nice and I enjoyed walking around here and seeing the scenery! Highly recommend if you’re near San Diego!
Kiet TTKiet TT
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Nearby Attractions Of Tijuana Slough National Wildlife Refuge
Imperial Beach Pier
Dunes Park
Pier South Resort, Autograph Collection
Sand Castle Inn and Suites
San Diego County Library – Imperial Beach Branch
Imperial Beach Gardens
Imperial Beach Pier
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Dunes Park
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Pier South Resort, Autograph Collection
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Sand Castle Inn and Suites
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Nearby Restaurants Of Tijuana Slough National Wildlife Refuge
Filippi's Pizza Grotto Imperial Beach
IB Forum Sports Bar & Grill
Mike Hess Brewing—Imperial Beach
Brigantine Seafood & Oyster Bar
Quiero Restaurants
Babycakes Imperial Beach
Champion Field IB
IB Espresso
Seacoast Beach Bar
Subway
Filippi's Pizza Grotto Imperial Beach
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IB Forum Sports Bar & Grill
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Mike Hess Brewing—Imperial Beach
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Brigantine Seafood & Oyster Bar
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