Coal Oil Point Reserve - Devereux Slough

California · Southwest

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Habitat

Wetland

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Coal Oil Point Reserve - Devereux Slough is a productive birding destination in California, with 290 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts American Wigeon, Mallard, and Red-breasted Merganser among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

American Wigeon Mallard Red-breasted Merganser Anna's Hummingbird Allen's Hummingbird

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

Zenaida asiatica

5/30/2026Hale Nahele1 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

5/29/20265049 Walnut Park Drive1 observed

Swinhoe's White-eye

Zosterops simplex

5/29/2026Ellwood Mesa Open Space1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/28/2026Refugio Road1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

5/21/2026UCSB North Campus Open Space (formerly Ocean Meadows Golf Course)1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

5/20/2026Toro Canyon Park2 observed

Bell's Vireo (Least)

Vireo bellii

5/20/2026Calle Real 34.439945, -119.9374241 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

5/20/2026Las Cruzitas Ranch (restricted access)1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

5/17/2026Refugio Creek Canyon1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

25/29/2026

Mallard

65/29/2026

Mourning Dove

15/29/2026

Killdeer

85/29/2026

Western Gull

35/29/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

155/29/2026

Great Egret

45/29/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/29/2026

Brown Pelican

75/29/2026

Great Horned Owl

15/29/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

15/29/2026

Black Phoebe

25/29/2026

Cassin's Kingbird

45/29/2026

California Scrub-Jay

25/29/2026

Tree Swallow

45/29/2026

European Starling

105/29/2026

Northern Mockingbird

25/29/2026

House Finch

105/29/2026

Song Sparrow

25/29/2026

California Towhee

55/29/2026

Birding Tips

1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Coal Oil Point Reserve - Devereux Slough for birding?▼

The best months to visit Coal Oil Point Reserve - Devereux Slough for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Coal Oil Point Reserve - Devereux Slough?▼

Notable species at Coal Oil Point Reserve - Devereux Slough include American Wigeon, Mallard, Red-breasted Merganser, Anna's Hummingbird, Allen's Hummingbird. The area supports wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Coal Oil Point Reserve - Devereux Slough?▼

Birding at Coal Oil Point Reserve - Devereux Slough is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Coal Oil Point Reserve - Devereux Slough?▼

Coal Oil Point Reserve - Devereux Slough offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.