There are so many fun activities to do when you live in California. Especially when there’s so many great bakeries to visit. Whether you’re looking for a fun afternoon visiting a new thrift shop or enjoying one of the amazing lakes, you are bound to find something for everyone. But with summer just around the corner, now is the perfect time to check out some of the local butterfly parks around the state.
Today we’ve compiled some of our favorite must-visit places to see butterflies that you’ll want to be sure to check out. As always, be sure to visit local websites for updates and weather information. And while you’re here, be sure to check out Market Apartments to find your next dream apartment.
1) Monarch Grove Sanctuary
If you’re looking to see the migration of monarch butterflies, then Monarch Grove Sanctuary in Pacific Grove, California is the place for you. Here you can see clusters of butterflies on the pine, cypress, and eucalyptus trees. This natural migration path is important to the city and because of it, you are certain to have a wonderful experience when you visit.
- Address:
- 250 Ridge Road, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
- Hours:
- Daily, sunrise to sunset
- Price:
- Adults: $13
- Seniors, Military and Veterans: $10
- Children and Students: $7
- Children 2 and Under: Free
- Website:
2) Hallberg Butterfly Gardens
The next time your spending some time in Sonoma County, then you need to make a stop at the oldest butterfly garden in the county. The garden is nestled among the apple orchards and cover over nine acres of overgrown vines, thickets, flowering pathways, and meadows. This wildlife sanctuary focuses on moths and butterflies and is the perfect place to see some of the beautiful creatures. Before you just drop in, make sure to schedule an appointment.
- Address:
- 8687 Oak Grove Ave, Sebastopol, CA 95472
- Hours:
- Wednesday through Saturday: 10 am to 4 pm
- Price:
- Donation based
- Website:
3) The Kenneth Stocking Native Plant Garden
The garden includes 15 different plant communities representing the major floristic provinces of California. The butterfly garden overlays three of these plant communities. Walk along the Butterfly Meadow Trail to see some of the beauty the garden has to offer while catching glimpses of some of the stunning butterflies.
- Address:
- 1801 E Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
- Hours:
- Tuesday through Friday: 8 am to 4.30 pm
- Price:
- Free
- Website:
4) Osher Rainforest
Located at the California Academy of Sciences, the Osher Rainforest is a lush, 4-story rainforest teeming with life. Here you can find over 1,600 plants and animals, like beetles, ants and so much more. And while you’re on your adventure, head up to the butterfly emergence chamber on the top floor of the rainforest. Where you’ll see shiny chrysalises and impressive cocoons as well as so many beautiful butterflies.
- Address:
- Golden Gate Park, 55 Music Concourse Drive, San Francisco, CA 94118
- Hours:
- Monday through Saturday: 9.30 am to 5 pm
- Sunday: 11 am to 5 pm
- Price:
- All ages: $59
- Children 2 and under: Free
- Website:
While there are several options to choose from, and we know we’ve only listed a few of the best places, we know it can be hard to choose what to visit first. So head down to the comments to let us know where you’ll be heading this summer.
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