Hubbs Trail

The Hubbs Trail is approximately ½ mile in length and runs along the north shore of the outer portion of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon between the Coast Highway and the railroad tracks. Shorebirds are plentiful along this trail and perched nearby are pelicans who hang out at the Mussel Farm in the outer lagoon. Fires on this trail are prohibited and violators will be sited and fined.

directions: take I-5 and exit Tamarack going west. The last street before the Coast Highway is Garfield. Turn left on Garfield and go to the end. Park at the end of Garfield and walk down the dirt access road to the trail.

Questions or concerns about this trail should be directed to the AHLF staff at (760) 804-1969 or email info@aguahedionda.org

Kelly School Trail

This trail is approximately 1 mile and runs along the northeastern border of the upland wildlife preserve, which is owned and operated by the California Dept of Fish and Game.

directions: take El Camino Real and turn west on Kelly Dr. Go to the end of Kelly Dr where it runs into Park Dr. The trail head is across from Kelly School and is marked with a metal gate.

Questions or concerns about this trail should be directed to Warren Wong at wwong@dfg.ca.gov

Discovery Center Trail

This trail is approximately ¼ mile in length and connects Cannon Road with the desiltation basin on the southwest side of the Discovery Center. This trail provides a closeup view of the upland marshland area of the lagoon. Bring your binoculars as there are usually plenty of wetland birds to observe, such as egrets, herons, osprey and hawks. Although not as easily seen, be alert to the soft “mewing” sound made by the California gnatcatcher – an endangered bird that nests nearby. This trail is maintained through a partnership between California Dept. of Fish and Game and AHLF.

directions: access to this trail is from the AHLF Discovery Center parking lot.

Questions or concerns about this trail should be directed to the AHLF staff at (760) 804-1969 or email info@aguahedionda.org