Pixley Refuge provides habitat for thirteen species of reptiles and amphibians. The four lizard species include coast horned lizard, California side-blotched lizard, western fence lizards, and western whiptails.

Pixley National Wildlife Refuge is open daily from one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset.

The 6,939-acre (2,808 ha) nature refuge represents one of the few remaining examples of the grasslands, vernal pools, and playas that once bordered historic Tulare Lake, the largest lake west of the Great Lakes until the late 19th century.

Pixley National Wildlife Refuge is located 35 miles south of Tulare, and 45 miles north of Bakersfield in the San Joaquin Valley, California. The 6,389-acre refuge represents one of the few remaining examples of the grasslands, vernal pools, and …

Pixley National Wildlife Refuge is touted as the best place in the Southern San Joaquin Valley to see Sandhill Cranes.

"Hearing and seeing 8,000 Sandhill Cranes descend into the marshes of the Pixley National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) at sunset is certainly one of the premiere nature events in Tulare County as well as all of California.

Pixley National Wildlife Refuge - Site # 318: The Southern Valley's premier place to view wintering Sandhill Cranes, along with abundant waterfowl and birds of prey. Pixley is part of the Kern National Wildlife Refuge Complex. Just 20 miles away from the Kern visitor center. Premium - the most significant sites, worth visiting if you have ...

Explore one of 1 easy hiking trails in Pixley National Wildlife Refuge that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 3 to 3 feet in elevation gain.

2025年2月9日 · This trail is an easily accessible, family friendly hike within the Pixley National Wildlife Refuge. The trail takes you to an observation deck overlooking a pond where wildlife can be observed. There are informational guides available at the trailhead.