Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge

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1624 Hood Franklin Rd
Elk Grove, CA 95757
+1 (916) 775-4421
https://www.fws.gov

Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge in Elk Grove, CA, is dedicated to the restoration and maintenance of diverse native habitats, providing essential environments for endangered species while preserving the historic valley uplands of the San Joaquin Desert. Annually, approximately 8,200 visitors engage in various refuge programs, which include wildlife viewing and waterfowl hunting.

The refuge features a year-round 6-mile auto route that allows visitors to explore the wetlands, complemented by a robust environmental education program offering free staff-led field trips. Through partnerships and conservation efforts, the refuge plays a crucial role in protecting fish, wildlife, and their habitats for the benefit of the American public.

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Lucy M.
7/14/2025

The birding at stone lakes wildlife refuge is outstanding. I arrived a little too early but was lucky enough to see several brown quails with a fledgling of chicks, a violet tree swallow, a brown...

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Lillian W.
2/17/2024

Established in 1992 by the U.S. federal government as a flood detention basin. It also serves as a habitat for local and migratory wildlife with a natural lake and riparian wetland. The entire...

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Jennifer S.
3/14/2024

This seems like it would be a great place to introduce small children to nature. The paths are short, flat, and wide, it's easy to navigate, and there's not too much to see (or miss if you get...

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Kiyomi W.
1/11/2021

Super cute and easy place to walk around on a paved walkway. Kid friendly but not pet friendly. It's a great place to see the sunset and to listen to the birds, as well as learn about different...

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Jonathan A.
4/12/2022

Kinda disappointed with this place. I thought there'd be more to see and explore. The trail is very short. Not bad but not great either. I guess if you need to go on a short walk this place...

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