The flat roads through the surrounding rice paddies make for a striking drive in winter when the fields are flooded and reflect the sky. Birds forage in every field — herons, egrets, ibis, and ducks treat the paddies as an extension of the wildlife refuge itself. Explore the county roads east and south of town for the best views of this low, wide landscape. The combination of flooded fields, distant mountains, and enormous winter skies can be quietly beautiful.