Urban Park birding habitat

Bedwell Bayfront Park-Menlo Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Bedwell Bayfront Park-Menlo Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, Mallard, and Green-winged Teal among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black Oystercatcher

Haematopus bachmani

5/27/2026Charleston Slough/Coast Casey Forebay1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/27/2026Pacifica Yard List1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

5/27/2026Ed Levin County Park (please use a more specific hotspot where possible)1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

5/27/2026Burleigh Murray SP1 observed

Lawrence's Goldfinch

Spinus lawrencei

5/27/2026Ed Levin CP--Spring Valley area1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

5/27/2026Tofoni Trail — Woodside SW2 observed

Brant

Branta bernicla

5/27/2026MLK Jr. Regional Shoreline1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

5/27/2026Home1 observed

Golden-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia atricapilla

5/26/2026Hayward, Drummond north (gated community)1 observed

Tricolored Blackbird

Agelaius tricolor

5/26/2026Bedwell Bayfront Park-Menlo Park2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

105/27/2026

Mallard

65/27/2026

White-throated Swift

25/27/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

25/27/2026

Black-necked Stilt

65/27/2026

Killdeer

25/27/2026

Hudsonian Whimbrel

65/27/2026

Long-billed Curlew

15/27/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/27/2026

Willet

15/27/2026

California Gull

15/27/2026

Forster's Tern

85/27/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

45/27/2026

Snowy Egret

145/27/2026

Great Egret

45/27/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/27/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/27/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

25/27/2026

American Crow

15/27/2026

Violet-green Swallow

15/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bedwell Bayfront Park-Menlo Park for birding?
The best months to visit Bedwell Bayfront Park-Menlo Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Bedwell Bayfront Park-Menlo Park?
Notable species at Bedwell Bayfront Park-Menlo Park include Northern Shoveler, Mallard, Green-winged Teal, Common Goldeneye, American Coot. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bedwell Bayfront Park-Menlo Park?
Birding at Bedwell Bayfront Park-Menlo Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Bedwell Bayfront Park-Menlo Park?
Bedwell Bayfront Park-Menlo Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.