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The planting of native vegetation in the preserve is being guided both by remaining native vegetation on-site and by attempts to recreate plant communities similar to those that existed in this region before nearly every available acre was put to use for agriculture, housing, or industry. Several plant “zones” in the preserve, including coastal strand, native grassland, alluvial woodland, and wetland vegetation, are identified by means of trailside interpretive plaques. Thus, the preserve serves as a native botanical garden, refuge for wildlife, and educational and recreational resource.

From the restrooms near the main entrance to Fairview Park, walk a short distance west, and turn right on the asphalt bike path. Follow the path north and then west down a hill. At the base of the hill where you pass a staircase on the left and a wetlands trail on the right, continue straight to reach the signed Talbert Nature Preserve entrance on the left, 0.5 mile from the start. (The paved path itself continues west to tie-in with the Santa Ana River bike path, another way to reach Talbert’s entrance if you are arriving by bicycle.)