Coastal birding habitat

Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area

California · Southwest

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area is a productive birding destination in California, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Eurasian Wigeon, and American Wigeon 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

Golden-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia atricapilla

5/30/2026Wilder Community & Fields1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/30/2026595 14th St, San Francisco US-CA 37.76787, -122.426621 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

5/30/2026Golden Gate Park--Log Cabin Trail1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

5/30/2026East Golden Gate Park by bicycle1 observed

Rhinoceros Auklet

Cerorhinca monocerata

5/30/2026Sutro Baths--seawatch2 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

5/30/2026Laurelwood Park/Sugarloaf Mtn.1 observed

Glaucous x Glaucous-winged Gull (hybrid)

Larus hyperboreus x glaucescens

5/29/2026Lone Tree Point1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/29/2026Pacifica Yard List1 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

5/29/2026Bernal Hill1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

5/28/2026Lone Tree Point3 observed

American Kestrel

Falco sparverius

5/28/2026Pier 94--salt marsh restoration1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

45/30/2026

Mallard

15/30/2026

Surf Scoter

95/30/2026

Rock Pigeon

35/30/2026

Mourning Dove

15/30/2026

Black-necked Stilt

15/30/2026

Western Gull

25/30/2026

Forster's Tern

45/30/2026

Snowy Egret

15/30/2026

Brown Pelican

25/30/2026

Downy Woodpecker

25/30/2026

Black Phoebe

15/30/2026

American Crow

65/30/2026

Oak Titmouse

15/30/2026

Barn Swallow

25/30/2026

European Starling

35/30/2026

Western Bluebird

15/30/2026

House Sparrow

55/30/2026

House Finch

25/30/2026

California Towhee

15/30/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area for birding?
The best months to visit Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area?
Notable species at Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area include Canada Goose, Eurasian Wigeon, American Wigeon, Mallard, Lesser Scaup. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area?
Birding at Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area?
Crown Memorial SB - Crab Cove area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.