Bedwell Bayfront Park-Menlo Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

3/5/2026Oracle Pond (pond area only) along Marine Pkwy1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/5/2026Belmont Slough--slough along Oracle Pkwy and area behind Oracle1 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

3/5/2026Salt Pond A121 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/5/20261315 Coyote Point Drive, San Mateo, California, US (37.592, -122.315)1 observed

Cassin's Kingbird

Tyrannus vociferans

3/5/2026Pacific Commons Linear Park2 observed

Blue-winged Teal x Northern Shoveler (hybrid)

Spatula discors x clypeata

3/5/2026Palo Alto Baylands1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

3/4/2026Harborview Park, San Mateo US-CA 37.58068, -122.314141 observed

Pacific Golden-Plover

Pluvialis fulva

3/4/2026Don Edwards NWR--Pond A161 observed

Black-headed Grosbeak

Pheucticus melanocephalus

3/4/2026Loop trail1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

13/5/2026

Northern Shoveler

303/5/2026

American Wigeon

103/5/2026

Mallard

103/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

403/5/2026

Canvasback

103/5/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/5/2026

American Coot

23/5/2026

American Avocet

13/5/2026

Black-bellied Plover

13/5/2026

Killdeer

13/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

23/5/2026

Snowy Egret

153/5/2026

Great Egret

13/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/5/2026

American Crow

13/5/2026

Bewick's Wren

13/5/2026

Common Goldeneye

13/3/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/3/2026

House Sparrow

23/3/2026

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.