Urban Park birding habitat

Cesar Chavez Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Cesar Chavez Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Bufflehead, Rock Pigeon, and American Coot 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

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/17/2026Las Gallinas Valley Sanitary District2 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

7/17/2026Golden Gate Park, San Francisco US-CA 37.77021, -122.472221 observed

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

7/17/2026Pt. Isabel Regional Shoreline (please do not use for areas northwest of dog park)1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/17/2026Corona Heights Park2 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

7/16/2026San Pablo Bay NWR--"Alco Ponds"/South of Hwy 372 observed

Hermit Warbler

Setophaga occidentalis

7/16/2026Wildcat Canyon Regional Park--vicinity of 1 Los Arboles1 observed

Brant

Branta bernicla

7/16/2026MLK Jr. Regional Shoreline--New Marsh/San Leandro Creek1 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

7/16/2026Tilden Regional Park--Botanic Garden1 observed

Canvasback

Aythya valisineria

7/16/2026Pt. Isabel Regional Shoreline (please do not use for areas northwest of dog park)2 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

7/16/2026Ocean Beach-- across from Oceanside Water Polution Plant (FOR STATIONARY SEAWATCH ONLY)11 observed

Glaucous-winged Gull

Larus glaucescens

7/15/2026San Leandro Marina1 observed

American Kestrel

Falco sparverius

7/15/2026Amador Street - fennel/willow patch and adjoining fields 37.74489, -122.379561 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

17/16/2026

Rock Pigeon

607/16/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

17/16/2026

Black Oystercatcher

17/16/2026

Marbled Godwit

17/16/2026

Western Gull

157/16/2026

California Gull

47/16/2026

Least Tern

57/16/2026

Forster's Tern

47/16/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

327/16/2026

Snowy Egret

17/16/2026

Brown Pelican

37/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/16/2026

Black Phoebe

27/16/2026

American Crow

77/16/2026

Barn Swallow

97/16/2026

Cliff Swallow

127/16/2026

Bushtit

107/16/2026

Bewick's Wren

37/16/2026

House Finch

517/16/2026

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 Cesar Chavez Park for birding?
The best months to visit Cesar Chavez Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Cesar Chavez Park?
Notable species at Cesar Chavez Park include Bufflehead, Rock Pigeon, American Coot, Spotted Sandpiper, Willet. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cesar Chavez Park?
Birding at Cesar Chavez Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Cesar Chavez Park?
Cesar Chavez Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.