Tule Elk State Natural Reserve
Buttonwillow, California
22 miles away
"Shafter residents often come for bird watching and to experience the unique Central Valley ecosystem."
Tule Elk State Natural Reserve offers a rare opportunity to view tule elk in their natural habitat. The reserve features interpretive displays, wildlife viewing, and seasonal guided tours.
Wildlife ViewingBird WatchingPhotographyPicnickingGuided Tours
View park detailsBig Bend Ranch State Park
Presidio, Texas
40 miles away
"Shafter is a historic mining community within reach of the park’s western access areas. Visitors from Shafter often seek solitude, photography, and rugged landscape views."
Big Bend Ranch State Park spans more than 300,000 acres of dramatic Chihuahuan Desert landscape along the Rio Grande. It is a premier destination for backcountry camping, paddling, mountain biking, horseback riding, and scenic driving.
HikingCampingMountain BikingPaddlingScenic Driving
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