Homer Ranch
Protecting sycamore alluvial woodlands

The blue oak woodlands at Homer Ranch

Homer Ranch protects 1,819 acres of working landscape along a mile stretch of beautiful Dry Creek in Lemon Cove, just northeast of Woodlake.  The ranch is home to a significant portion of one of the largest, healthiest and last remaining sycamore alluvial woodlands in the world and extensive blue oak woodlands, which play an important role in the large, interdependent natural communities that sustain the Sierra foothills.  Serving as a critical wildlife corridor for a variety of species such as resident and migratory birds, mule deer and mountain lion, the ranch provides an important link between Dry Creek and conserved land to the northeast.

Homer Ranch History

SRT purchased this property in 2004 from Stephanie and Richard Homer, whose great, great grandparents homesteaded the area in the late 1800’s.  To serve both nature and the community, SRT manages the ranch to protect rare habitat, allow for livestock grazing and to provide public education and enjoyment.  To learn more about Homer Ranch, read the Homer Ranch success story.

What to do if you'd like to visit Homer Ranch

This nature preserve is not yet regularly open to the public.  Check our online calendar or sign up for our e-newsletter to learn about public programs and special events at Homer Ranch. Parking, an information kiosk, trails and restroom facilities are planned for the future.

How to get to Homer Ranch

Located outside of Lemon Cove.  From Visalia, travel east on Highway 198. Take Highway 216 toward Woodlake. Follow west one-half mile and turn north on Dry Creek Road.  The Homer Ranch preserve is located five miles down on your right.

Get Involved:  Your memberships, donations and volunteer efforts help Sequoia Riverlands Trust steward special places like Homer Ranch Preserve. Get involved today!

For more info on Things to Do in/around Visalia, visit the Visalia Convention & Visitor's Bureau.

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