El Dorado Regional Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

El Dorado Regional Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 246 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Egyptian Goose, 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

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/5/2026Athens Park1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

3/5/2026Haster Basin Recreation Area, Garden Grove1 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

3/5/2026Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve1 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

3/5/2026Bolsa Chica--walkbridge/inner bay1 observed

Red-whiskered Bulbul

Pycnonotus jocosus

3/5/2026Skyline Drive at Miramar Drive (Fullerton)2 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/5/2026Craig Regional Park, Fullerton1 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/5/2026San Gabriel Coastal Basin Spreading Grounds1 observed

Western Flycatcher (Pacific-slope)

Empidonax difficilis

3/5/2026William R Mason Regional Park, Irvine1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

3/5/2026William R Mason Regional Park, Irvine1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

3/5/2026Bartlett Park, Huntington Beach1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

3/5/2026Madrona Marsh8 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

3/5/2026Colorado Lagoon2 observed

Plumbeous Vireo

Vireo plumbeus

3/5/2026La Palma Central Park1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

3/5/2026San Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary--Fledgling Loop Trail1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

3/5/2026

Egyptian Goose

33/5/2026

American Wigeon

113/5/2026

Mallard

83/5/2026

Ruddy Duck

13/5/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

13/5/2026

Mourning Dove

53/5/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

23/5/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

63/5/2026

American Coot

3/5/2026

Great Egret

13/5/2026

American White Pelican

13/5/2026

Osprey

33/5/2026

Bald Eagle

13/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/5/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Black Phoebe

23/5/2026

American Crow

143/5/2026

Tree Swallow

3/5/2026

Bushtit

93/5/2026

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 El Dorado Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit El Dorado Regional Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at El Dorado Regional Park?
Notable species at El Dorado Regional Park include Canada Goose, Egyptian Goose, American Wigeon, Mallard, Ruddy Duck. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at El Dorado Regional Park?
Birding at El Dorado Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at El Dorado Regional Park?
El Dorado Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.