The
Suisun Marsh is the largest contiguous brackish
water marsh remaining on the west coast of North
America. It is a critical part of the San Francisco
Bay-Delta estuary ecosystem.
Encompassing 116,000 acres, the Suisun Marsh
includes 52,000 acres of managed wetlands, 27,700
acres of upland grasses, 6,300 acres of tidal
wetlands, and 30,000 acres of bays & sloughs.
It is home to public waterfowl hunting areas
and 158 private duck clubs. The Marsh encompasses
more than 10% of California's remaining natural
wetlands and serves as the resting and feeding
ground for thousands of waterfowl migrating
on the Pacific Flyway. In addition, the Marsh
provides essential habitat for more than 221
bird species, 45 animal species, 16 different
reptilian and amphibian species, and more than
40 fish species.
The Marsh's large open space and proximity to
vast urban areas makes it ideally suited for
wildlife viewing, hiking, canoeing, and other
recreation opportunities.
Enjoying
the Suisun Marsh - The Waterfront District
offers many ways to enjoy and learn more about
the Suisun Marsh.
California
Sunset - Take a leisurely cruise with Captain
Dan aboard the California Sunset. Cruises depart
from the public dock at the east of of Solano
Street adjacent to Harbor Plaza - Call (916)
289-8375 for more info.
Sunset
Bay Kayaks - Enjoy an intimate experience
of the marsh by renting a kayak at Sunset Bay
Kayaks located at the corner of Cordelia Road
& Park Lane on the public promenade. Single
and tandem kayaks are available. Ask about Sunset
Bay's "Full Moon Paddles." Call 429-KYAK for
details.
Peytonia
Slough Ecological Reserve - Enter at the
end of Kellogg Street near the public boat launch.
Maintained by the Dept. of Fish & Game, the
reserve offers hiking trails with nice views
of the slough and opportunities to see native
plants and wildlife.
Suisun
Wildlife Center - 1171 Kellogg Street .
A committed staff of volunteers, trained and
ready to care for rescued wildlife, insures
that birds and animals receive the best care
possible. Since opening, over 200 species of
birds, mammals, and reptiles have been treated;
and presently handles around 1000 animals per
year. Full time resident animals offer a year
round learning experience. Hours: 9:00 am to
6:00 pm daily. (707) 429-4295 HAWK)
Suisun
City Public Boat Launch - Located at the
south end of Kellogg Street, the public boat
launch offers free boat launching and a public
fishing dock nearby.
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