UC Davis Arboretum — Hummingbird GATEway Garden Hummingbird Guide

    Davis, Yolo CountyArboretumAdmission: Free

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    Overview

    California's only publicly named "Hummingbird GATEway Garden," built with the UC Davis Hummingbird Health and Conservation Program. Educational signage and research context make it uniquely trail-worthy.

    Hummingbirds to Watch For

    • • Anna's
    • • Black-chinned
    • • Rufous
    • • Allen's
    • • Costa's
    • • Calliope

    Best Time to Visit

    Plan your visit during March, April, May, June for the highest chance of hummingbird sightings. Early morning and late afternoon are typically the most active feeding times.

    Plants and Habitat

    • • Native plants chosen specifically to attract hummingbirds — see in-garden species signage

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    Visit at dawn — early light, no fees, and Anna's already feeding.

    Visitor Notes

    Free entry; open 24/7. Campus parking $9/weekday or short free spots near Vet Med.

    Open outdoor walking garden; accessible paths.

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    Anna's near Native plants chosen specifically to attract hummingbirds — see in-garden species signage at UC Davis Arboretum — Hummingbird GATEway Garden in California

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