Nature
Discover China Camp's ecosystems, animals, and plants
Nature
Ecosystems
Take a closer look at some of the healthiest salt marshes in the San Francisco Bay Area, plus oak woodlands and grassy meadows.
Nature
Wildlife
Providing healthy habitat for threatened and endangered animals, China Camp stands out as essential refuge along the edge of San Francisco Bay.
Natural History
Wildflowers
Take a look at the wide range of flowers that brighten the meadows, woods, and salt marshes almost year-round at China Camp.
Nature
Photo Gallery
For more images of the plants, animals, and ecosystems at China Camp, peruse our gallery.
wildlife
Creature Feature: Cool snakes at China Camp
Not everyone loves snakes, but FOCC volunteer Kevin Smead does. Here, he sheds light on the...
Education
Helping monarchs in Marin County
Discover how you can help increase local populations of monarch butterflies with these smart tips.
animals
Talking turkey
Our largest land birds may be goofy, but they’re kinda cool too. Check out these cool...
wildlife
Living safely with coyotes
Too many human handouts at China Camp and other parks spell big trouble for coyotes. Experts...
animals
Five foxy facts to test your wildlife smarts
Scan through current postings in our local NextDoor sites, and you’ll likely see enthusiastic postings about...
animals
Little bivalve, big impact: oyster research sheds light on bay health
Find out how a little oyster that thrives along our shores can make a huge difference...
birds
White pelicans
Have you seen these cousins of brown pelicans fishing in our waters? Learn more about these...
Partnerships
Scientists get crabby—and muddy—at China Camp
An invasive crustacean has scuttled its way into the park’s wetlands. Learn what researchers are doing...