The Watsonville Nature Center displays a diversity of wildlife habitats, including the Pajaro River, the
Watsonville Sloughs and Pinto Lake. Over 200 species of waterfowl, raptors and songbirds live in and migrate through the wetlands, making it and ideal place to watch for feathered creatures, or enjoy one of the many trails winding through the area. Nearby, the
Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Reserve is one of California's last undisturbed coastal wetlands. The annual
Monterey Bay Birding Festival each September is a captivating way to take in the sights.