Butte Creek Canyon Ecological Reserve

Looks like a nice place, but when we got there, there was graffiti and trash. Saw quite a few homeless people walking around and pushing shopping carts. Didn't feel super safe walking under the bridge. Couldn't tell which path takes you to the water so we turned around. Makes me sad to see how disrespected the area is.
Jun 24th, 2021

Located in a protected natural area along Butte Creek and the adjacent canyon, Butte Creek Ecological Preserve on Honey Run Road in Chico features a variety of environments home to an abundance of plant and animal species. The preserve is particularly popular with bird watchers who come to observe falcons, wading birds, woodpeckers, waterfowl, and hummingbirds. During the spring and summer, the creeks shores are often awash in large tracts of vibrant multicolored wildflowers. The preserve offers multiple beaches that are great places to while away a summer afternoon swimming, sunbathing, and picnicking.
Mar 24th, 2021

A great place for quite and a bit of wildlife to boot. I've seen a few folks panning for something out and around their though
Nov 28th, 2020

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Mar 13th, 2020