Black River Riparian Area

 


Over 50 species of birds have been sighted here, including Northern Shovelers, Bufflehead, Green Heron, Cedar Waxwing, Gadwall, Scaup, and Wood Duck. Great Blue Herons nest here from February through June.

 

Directions: Take I-405 to the Interurban/West Valley exit and turn east on Grady Way. At the first traffic light, turn left onto SW Oaksdale. At the next light, go straight. and drive the equivalent of ~2-3 long blocks until you see the small parking area on your right. It's the beginning of a driveway that was never built.