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Monday 7:30am - 4pm Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm Thursday 7:30am - 4pm Friday 7:30am - 4pm Saturday 7:30am - 4pm Sunday 7:30am - 4pm

Friends of Stone Lakes NWR

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Friends of Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge in Sacramento County supports the Refuge staff in enhancing wildlife habitat and public education.

Blue Heron Trails at the Refuge Headquarters is open dawn to dusk, 7 days a week. Become a 'Friend' of Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge, the Refuge has many opportunities to enjoy the natural landscape right outside of Elk Grove, CA. Come walk the Blue Heron trail, a series of accessible paths with educational signage, or bring a kayak to the Refuge's group boating excursions! The Refuge is an important habitat for many migrating bird species, bring your birding binoculars! The Friends of Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to the conservation, protection, enhancement and promotion of the Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge through its appropriate management and outreach efforts and the provision of appropriate resource-based outdoor educational and recreational opportunities for the visiting public.

10/20/2026

Are you a Sacramento area teacher who would like to get your elementary students involved with a fun way to learn about our environment? Here is a wonderful opportunity to do just that. See the attached Nature Bowl flyer for details!

10/16/2026

The Sandhill Cranes have arrived at Stone Lakes NWR! It is so wonderful to have them back. These were taken from Blue Heron Trails at the Refuge, which is open 7 days a week from dawn to dusk. As the rains start, the cranes will have more choices of wetlands, so they decide where you might be able to see them. Come now to see and hear them, and to see all the informational kiosks around this fully accessible trail!

09/23/2026

We've closed the page on Summer, but we wanted to give you an update on some of the goings on in and around the Refuge during the hot months. Enjoy the Friends 2026 Summer Newsletter!

08/21/2026

The Lesser Sandhill Cranes in Homer, Alaska are starting to gather in what Nina Faust of Kachemak Crane Watch calls Migration Restlessness. They gather in large groups to forage and let the fledged colts (young cranes) practice flying. This is all in preparation for their long migration down to the Sacramento Valley next month. Thank you for the great photos, Nina, and for keeping us connected with our amazing shared cranes!

07/14/2026

Join us for a fun night of Nature Trivia while supporting Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge!

07/01/2026

As a vital part of our community, Stone Lakes Refuge National Wildlife Refuge offers many opportunities for the public. Whether it be through classroom field trips, scholarships, or informal visits to the Refuge, there is much to see and learn about our local wildlife and their habitat. Consider becoming a member of Friends of Stone Lakes NWR in order to contribute to our continuing mission to support this local hidden gem.

07/01/2026

Thank you, Kaydee Sky! It is always fun to see who you find out at the Refuge!

Address

1624 Hood Franklin Road
Elk Grove, CA
95757

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 4pm
Thursday	7:30am - 4pm
Friday	7:30am - 4pm
Saturday	7:30am - 4pm
Sunday	7:30am - 4pm

Website

http://www.friendsofstonelakes.org/

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