# IRWD San Joaquin Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary > Wetlands with tree-shaded trails and multiple ponds create a quiet, peaceful atmosphere ideal for birdwatching and walking. The sanctuary feels like a hidden gem tucked within an urban area, offering a calm escape with well-maintained paths and abundant wildlife. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/IRWD-San-Joaquin-Marsh-Wildlife-Sanctuary - Address: Parking lot, 5 Riparian View, Irvine, California, United States - Phone: +19494535300 - Website: https://www.irwd.com/san-joaquin-marsh ## What it is good for - Hidden Gems — 10/10 - Natural — 10/10 - Nice View — 10/10 - Peaceful — 10/10 - Private — 10/10 - Relaxing Spot — 10/10 - Quiet — 10/10 - Meditation Spot — 8.9/10 - Parks — 8.6/10 - Parking Available — 8.3/10 ## What people say - "It's a natural oasis filled with many birds and ponds." - "It's so quiet and peaceful here, a nice escape." - "There's plenty of parking and it's easily accessible." ## Good to know - The sanctuary has free entrance and ample free parking available. - Restrooms are located next to the parking lots at the Duck Club building area. - The trails are well maintained and mostly have a soft surface. - Bikes and motorized vehicles are not allowed on the trails. - Wildlife spotting and bird watching are abundant throughout the sanctuary. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.