Lake birding habitat

Big Tujunga Wash - NE of 210 Fwy including Haines pond area

California · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Big Tujunga Wash - NE of 210 Fwy including Haines pond area is a productive birding destination in California, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts California Quail, Mourning Dove, and White-throated Swift 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

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

7/8/2026Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

7/7/2026Los Angeles River--Sunnynook Bridge1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

7/5/2026Village Green1 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

7/4/2026Angeles Crest Hwy--Barley Flats Road1 observed

California Gnatcatcher

Polioptila californica

7/4/2026Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook2 observed

Northern Pygmy-Owl

Glaucidium gnoma

7/3/2026Angeles NF--Rim Trail, Mt. Wilson to Newcomb Pass1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

7/3/2026Wildwood Canyon Park1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

6/28/2026O'Melveny Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

17/9/2026

Cooper's Hawk

17/9/2026

American Crow

17/9/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/9/2026

California Quail

67/9/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

17/9/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

17/9/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

67/9/2026

Black Phoebe

37/9/2026

California Scrub-Jay

57/9/2026

Common Raven

27/9/2026

Oak Titmouse

27/9/2026

Wrentit

17/9/2026

Bewick's Wren

37/9/2026

House Sparrow

17/9/2026

House Finch

177/9/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

67/9/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

27/9/2026

California Towhee

47/9/2026

Hooded Oriole

47/9/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Big Tujunga Wash - NE of 210 Fwy including Haines pond area for birding?
The best months to visit Big Tujunga Wash - NE of 210 Fwy including Haines pond area for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Big Tujunga Wash - NE of 210 Fwy including Haines pond area?
Notable species at Big Tujunga Wash - NE of 210 Fwy including Haines pond area include California Quail, Mourning Dove, White-throated Swift, Anna's Hummingbird, Killdeer. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Big Tujunga Wash - NE of 210 Fwy including Haines pond area?
Birding at Big Tujunga Wash - NE of 210 Fwy including Haines pond area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Big Tujunga Wash - NE of 210 Fwy including Haines pond area?
Big Tujunga Wash - NE of 210 Fwy including Haines pond area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.