KEYWORDS: Coastal scrub, unusual dune plants, many birds
ABOUT
Abbotts Lagoon is a two-stage lagoon on the northwestern coast of the Point Reyes National Seashore. The eastern shore of the lagoon is covered with old growth northern coastal scrub including coyote bush, yellow bush lupine and California blackberry.
Abbotts Lagoon (includes a list of birds) Coast Miwok lived in the area prior to 19th century European colonization. Land surrounding the lagoon was used for cattle and dairy ranching by the 1870s. ... The lagoon was designated part of Point Reyes National Seashore in 1962.
National Park Service:
Abbotts Lagoon Trailhead Abbotts Lagoon is known for fantastic birding opportunities (particularly in the fall and winter), and beautiful wildflowers in the spring.
