Wildlife Feeding: Mead Valley vs Menifee
How do wildlife feeding rules compare between Mead Valley, CA and Menifee, CA?
Mead Valley and Menifee have similar restriction levels.
Mead Valley, CA
Riverside County
Riverside County adopted Ordinance No. 934, the Prohibiting the Harassment and Feeding of Undomesticated Burros Act, making it an infraction to feed or harass wild burros in unincorporated areas such as Reche Canyon and Pigeon Pass. Feeding big-game wildlife is separately restricted under California law.
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Riverside County
Menifee does not publish a dedicated wildlife-feeding ordinance; the city defers to California Fish & Game Code §251.1, which prohibits harassment of wildlife, and CCR Title 14 §251.3, which prohibits intentional feeding of big game mammals (deer, elk, antelope, bear, wild pig, mountain lion). General nuisance provisions in Title 11 apply if feeding creates rodent, coyote, or sanitation problems. Riverside County's Inland Empire setting includes mountain lions, coyotes, bobcats, and mule deer in the surrounding hills.
View full Menifee rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Mead Valley | Menifee |
|---|---|---|
| Burro ordinance | Ord. No. 934 (adopted 2017) | - |
| Classification | Infraction | - |
| Fine schedule | $100 / $200 / up to $500 | - |
| Target areas | Reche Canyon, Pigeon Pass (north of Moreno Valley) | - |
| Prohibited conduct | Feeding or enticing/harassing wild burros | - |
| Other wildlife | State law restricts feeding big-game mammals | - |
| Big game feeding ban | - | CCR Title 14 §251.3 — statewide prohibition |
| Covered species | - | Deer, elk, antelope, mountain lion, bear, wild pig |
| Local rule | - | No standalone Menifee ordinance — state law and general nuisance apply |
| Nuisance authority | - | Menifee Municipal Code Title 11 |
| Enforcement | - | CDFW (wildlife) / Menifee Code Enforcement (nuisance) |
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Mead Valley FAQ
Is it illegal to feed the wild burros in Riverside County?
Yes. Riverside County Ordinance No. 934, the Prohibiting the Harassment and Feeding of Undomesticated Burros Act, makes it an infraction to feed or entice wild burros into populated unincorporated areas. Fines run $100 for a first offense, $200 for a second, and up to $500 for additional violations within a year.
Can I feed coyotes or deer on my property?
It is strongly discouraged and can violate state law. California restricts the feeding of big-game mammals, and wildlife agencies urge residents to remove attractants and haze coyotes instead. Feeding that attracts wildlife or pests and creates a nuisance can also be cited under Riverside County's nuisance provisions.
Menifee FAQ
Is it illegal to feed deer in Menifee?
Yes — under CCR Title 14 §251.3 it is unlawful to intentionally feed deer, elk, bear, mountain lion, or wild pig anywhere in California, including Menifee.
Can I feed birds in my yard?
Yes, songbird feeding is generally permitted, but feeders that attract rodents or large numbers of pigeons may be cited as a nuisance under Title 11.
What about feeding coyotes?
Not specifically banned by state statute, but strongly discouraged by CDFW. Feeding that habituates coyotes can be cited as a nuisance and creates public-safety risk.
Who do I call about a mountain lion sighting?
California Department of Fish and Wildlife (Inland Deserts Region) or 911 for immediate safety threats.
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