Dixon Lane-Meadowcreek (incl. Greengate Cottonwoods)

California · Southwest

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Habitat

DesertChaparral

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Dixon Lane-Meadowcreek (incl. Greengate Cottonwoods) is a productive birding destination in California, with 256 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Great Egret, Red-shouldered Hawk, and Red-tailed Hawk among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Great Egret Red-shouldered Hawk Red-tailed Hawk Downy Woodpecker Northern Flicker

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Common Loon

Gavia immer

7/18/2026Pleasant Valley Reservoir1 observed

Black Swift

Cypseloides niger

7/14/2026Mt Tom Rd3 observed

Painted Redstart

Myioborus pictus

7/11/2026North Lake Road, North Lake Campground, Trail to Grass Lake, Then Trail to Lower Lamarck Lake, And Return.1 observed

Chukar

Alectoris chukar

7/9/2026Owens River Gorge--lower to central8 observed

Greater Roadrunner

Geococcyx californianus

7/9/2026Chalfant Loop Rd, Chalfant Valley US-CA 37.51011, -118.363032 observed

Lazuli x Indigo Bunting (hybrid)

Passerina amoena x cyanea

7/8/2026North Round Valley Road1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

7/6/20269479–9783 Lower Rock Creek Rd, Bishop US-CA 37.46612, -118.593201 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

97/13/2026

California Quail

57/13/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

17/13/2026

Mourning Dove

17/13/2026

American Avocet

17/13/2026

Killdeer

17/13/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

27/13/2026

Snowy Egret

17/13/2026

Great Egret

17/13/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/13/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/13/2026

Great Horned Owl

17/13/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/13/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/13/2026

Northern Flicker

17/13/2026

Black Phoebe

47/13/2026

Say's Phoebe

27/13/2026

Horned Lark

27/13/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

37/13/2026

Common Nighthawk

27/8/2026

Birding Tips

1
Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.
2
Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.
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 Dixon Lane-Meadowcreek (incl. Greengate Cottonwoods) for birding?▼

The best months to visit Dixon Lane-Meadowcreek (incl. Greengate Cottonwoods) for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Dixon Lane-Meadowcreek (incl. Greengate Cottonwoods)?▼

Notable species at Dixon Lane-Meadowcreek (incl. Greengate Cottonwoods) include Great Egret, Red-shouldered Hawk, Red-tailed Hawk, Downy Woodpecker, Northern Flicker. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.

How difficult is birding at Dixon Lane-Meadowcreek (incl. Greengate Cottonwoods)?▼

Birding at Dixon Lane-Meadowcreek (incl. Greengate Cottonwoods) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Dixon Lane-Meadowcreek (incl. Greengate Cottonwoods)?▼

Dixon Lane-Meadowcreek (incl. Greengate Cottonwoods) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.