Urban Park birding habitat

Glen Helen Regional Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Glen Helen Regional Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 249 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Mallard 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 Swift

Cypseloides niger

7/19/2026Claremont Wilderness Park4 observed

Western Warbling Vireo

Vireo swainsoni

7/16/2026Redlands - private residence1 observed

California Gnatcatcher

Polioptila californica

7/16/20262343 Redwood St, San Bernardino US-CA 34.19470, -117.341731 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

7/15/2026Ontario--7th Street settling ponds10 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

7/15/2026Fourth Street reservoir (Ontario)7 observed

Belted Kingfisher

Megaceryle alcyon

7/15/2026Home1 observed

Mountain Chickadee

Poecile gambeli

7/15/2026Redlands - private residence2 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

7/15/2026Redlands - private residence1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

7/15/2026Sierra Vista Park area1 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

7/13/2026Lake Arrowhead Village1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

57/14/2026

Rock Pigeon

37/14/2026

Mourning Dove

27/14/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

17/14/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

37/14/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

17/14/2026

American Coot

57/14/2026

Great Egret

17/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/14/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/14/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

87/14/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

17/14/2026

Black Phoebe

67/14/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

17/14/2026

Cassin's Kingbird

17/14/2026

Common Raven

17/14/2026

Oak Titmouse

37/14/2026

Cliff Swallow

27/14/2026

Northern House Wren

17/14/2026

Bewick's Wren

17/14/2026

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