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Santa Clara River |
The Santa Clara River flows approximately 100 miles from its headwaters near Acton, California, to the Pacific Ocean, and is one of only two natural river systems remaining in Southern California. Flowing east to west through a beautuful valley formed between the Santa Susana Mountains and the Transverse Ranges, the river crosses lands with many uses and local governments. The river supports many populations: the human communities which dot its banks, plus a great variety of flora and fauna. Extensive patches of high-quality riparian habitat, totalling over 4,000 acres, are present along the entire length of the river.
The Santa Clara River Estuary Natural Preserve is located between the cities of Ventura and Oxnard. The primary purpose of the Natural Preserve designation is to maintain and enhance habitat for native plants and wildlife; there is a trail in the Preserve, and recreational use is limited to passive activities.
