River/Riparian birding habitat

Clear Creek WTP

California · Southwest

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Clear Creek WTP is a productive birding destination in California, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and Wood Duck 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

Costa's Hummingbird

Calypte costae

4/17/20261200 Churn Creek Rd, Redding US-CA 40.59113, -122.352931 observed

Marbled Godwit

Limosa fedoa

4/17/2026Paynes Creek Wetland including Bass Pond1 observed

Hammond's Flycatcher

Empidonax hammondii

4/17/2026Whiskeytown NRA--Tower House District1 observed

Northern Pygmy-Owl

Glaucidium gnoma

4/16/2026Clear Creek Lake Trail, Shasta US-CA 40.57492, -122.526121 observed

Gray Flycatcher

Empidonax wrightii

4/16/2026Muletown Road North1 observed

American Dipper

Cinclus mexicanus

4/16/2026NEED Camp1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

144/14/2026

Wood Duck

54/14/2026

Mallard

114/14/2026

Ring-necked Duck

24/14/2026

Common Merganser

54/14/2026

California Quail

54/14/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

34/14/2026

Mourning Dove

24/14/2026

Killdeer

114/14/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

14/14/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/14/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

34/14/2026

Turkey Vulture

74/14/2026

Osprey

14/14/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

44/14/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

14/14/2026

Northern Flicker

14/14/2026

Black Phoebe

74/14/2026

Western Kingbird

34/14/2026

California Scrub-Jay

34/14/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Clear Creek WTP for birding?
The best months to visit Clear Creek WTP for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Clear Creek WTP?
Notable species at Clear Creek WTP include Snow Goose, Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Clear Creek WTP?
Birding at Clear Creek WTP is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Clear Creek WTP?
Clear Creek WTP offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.