Canyon birding habitat

Carbon Canyon Regional Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
CanyonUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Carbon Canyon Regional Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This canyon and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Egyptian Goose, and Mallard 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

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

7/19/2026Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley1 observed

Sulphur-bellied Flycatcher

Myiodynastes luteiventris

7/19/20263174 Montellano Ave, 하시엔다 하이츠 US-CA 33.98487, -117.989031 observed

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

Tyrannus forficatus

7/19/20263174 Montellano Ave, 하시엔다 하이츠 US-CA 33.98487, -117.989031 observed

Lucy's Warbler

Leiothlypis luciae

7/19/2026Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

7/19/2026Carbon Canyon Regional Park1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

7/19/2026Upper Santa Ana River--Taft Ave. to Lincoln Ave.2 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

7/19/2026Peck Rd. Water Conservation Park1 observed

Lesser Yellowlegs

Tringa flavipes

7/18/2026IRWD San Joaquin Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary1 observed

Black Swift

Cypseloides niger

7/18/2026Cobal Canyon--Claremont Nature Trail1 observed

Mitred Parakeet

Psittacara mitratus

7/17/20262666 Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, California, US (33.67, -117.919)4 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

57/19/2026

California Quail

37/19/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

17/19/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

27/19/2026

Great Egret

17/19/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/19/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/19/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

67/19/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

27/19/2026

Black Phoebe

37/19/2026

Bell's Vireo

47/19/2026

California Scrub-Jay

37/19/2026

Cliff Swallow

27/19/2026

Wrentit

57/19/2026

Swinhoe's White-eye

47/19/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/19/2026

California Thrasher

17/19/2026

Western Bluebird

57/19/2026

American Robin

27/19/2026

Scaly-breasted Munia

17/19/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for echoing calls of Canyon Wren and other canyon specialties.

  2. 2

    Check rocky ledges and cliff faces for nesting raptors.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Carbon Canyon Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Carbon Canyon Regional Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Carbon Canyon Regional Park?
Notable species at Carbon Canyon Regional Park include Canada Goose, Egyptian Goose, Mallard, Ruddy Duck, Anna's Hummingbird. The area supports canyon, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Carbon Canyon Regional Park?
Birding at Carbon Canyon Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Carbon Canyon Regional Park?
Carbon Canyon Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.