Game-Changing Wildlife Bridge Could Transform Animal Survival in California
- World’s largest wildlife crossing being built over U.S. Route 101.
- Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing expected to open Dec. 2, 2026.
- Designed to help animals like mountain lions and coyotes cross safely.
- $92 million project aims to reconnect fragmented habitats.
California — A groundbreaking conservation project is nearing completion as the world’s largest wildlife crossing over U.S. Route 101 prepares to open later this year.
The Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing, a massive $92 million vegetated bridge, is being built to allow animals to safely pass over one of the busiest highways in the region.
A Lifeline for Wildlife
Stretching approximately 210 feet long, the crossing is designed to support a wide range of species, including mountain lions, bobcats, foxes, and coyotes.
The project addresses a major issue in Southern California — habitat fragmentation caused by highways that cut through natural ecosystems. Without safe crossings, animals often face deadly attempts to cross busy roads.
Why This Location Matters
Experts selected Liberty Canyon as the ideal location after identifying it as a natural movement corridor for wildlife…