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

Clark's Grebe

Aechmophorus clarkii

6/1/2026Lake Arrowhead Village1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

5/31/20265252 El Cerrito Dr, Riverside US-CA (33.9548,-117.3332)3 observed

Greater Roadrunner

Geococcyx californianus

5/31/202616011 California 173, Hesperia, California, US (34.308, -117.304)1 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

5/31/2026Doghouse Wildlife HQ1 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

5/31/2026Lost Lake (SBE Co.)1 observed

Green Heron

Butorides virescens

5/31/2026Lost Lake (SBE Co.)1 observed

Verdin

Auriparus flaviceps

5/29/2026San Timoteo Creek (SBE Co.)1 observed

Common Ground Dove

Columbina passerina

5/29/2026Santa Ana River Wildlife Management Area, Riverside US-CA 33.96681, -117.451911 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/27/2026Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park4 observed

Red-whiskered Bulbul

Pycnonotus jocosus

5/26/2026Redlands - private residence1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

5/24/20261580 Elizabeth St, Redlands US-CA (34.0305,-117.1664)18 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

5/24/2026Glen Helen Regional Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

26/1/2026

Rock Pigeon

36/1/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

16/1/2026

American Coot

16/1/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

16/1/2026

Great Egret

16/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

16/1/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

26/1/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

16/1/2026

Black Phoebe

36/1/2026

Say's Phoebe

36/1/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

16/1/2026

California Scrub-Jay

16/1/2026

American Crow

46/1/2026

Common Raven

26/1/2026

Bushtit

26/1/2026

Northern House Wren

26/1/2026

European Starling

46/1/2026

House Finch

86/1/2026

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.