Azalea State Natural Reserve
Azalea State Natural Reserve is a state nature reserve of California, USA, located in McKinleyville, an unincorporated area of Humboldt County. This area is just north of the college town of Arcata and slightly above the Mad River not far from where it enters the Pacific Ocean. The reserve is dedicated to the preservation of the western azalea (Rhododendron occidentale), whose pink and white flowers bloom in profusion each April and May.[1] It has a short self-guided nature trail with emphasis on plants of the north coast region. There is a picnic area available. The 30-acre (12 ha) property was acquired by the state in 1943.[2]
| Azalea State Natural Reserve | |
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 Western Azalea | |
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| Location | 809 Azalea Ave, McKinleyville, Humboldt County, California, USA |
| Nearest city | Arcata, California |
| Coordinates | 40°55′6″N 124°4′48″W |
| Area | 30 acres (12 ha) |
| Established | 1943 |
| Governing body | California Department of Parks and Recreation |
Other adjacent visitor attractions include Trinidad State Beach, Patrick's Point State Park, and Fort Humboldt State Historic Park.
See also
References
- "Azalea SNR". California State Parks. Retrieved 2011-09-30.
- "California State Park System Statistical Report: Fiscal Year 2009/10" (PDF). California State Parks: 26. Retrieved 2011-09-24. Cite journal requires
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