Guajome Regional Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Guajome Regional Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mallard, Eurasian Collared-Dove, and Mourning Dove 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-headed Grosbeak

Pheucticus melanocephalus

3/6/20267872 Rio Senda, Rancho Santa Fe US-CA 33.03347, -117.164591 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

3/6/2026San Elijo Lagoon--west1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/5/2026Oak Riparian Park4 observed

Oak Titmouse

Baeolophus inornatus

3/5/2026Oak Riparian Park2 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/5/2026San Elijo Lagoon--west1 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

3/4/2026Hwy 101 Tipus (Solana Beach)1 observed

Lawrence's Goldfinch

Spinus lawrencei

3/4/2026San Dieguito Lagoon--northeast2 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

3/3/2026Whelan Lake Bird Sanctuary (permission required)2 observed

Grace's Warbler

Setophaga graciae

3/3/2026Crest Drive (Encinitas)1 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

3/3/2026Stevens Creek area1 observed

Western Flycatcher

Empidonax difficilis

3/2/2026Shadowridge Park1 observed

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

3/2/2026San Elijo Lagoon--west

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

83/4/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

23/4/2026

Mourning Dove

13/4/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/4/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

13/4/2026

American Coot

83/4/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

23/4/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

53/4/2026

Cooper's Hawk

23/4/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

23/4/2026

Black Phoebe

13/4/2026

Cassin's Kingbird

13/4/2026

California Scrub-Jay

23/4/2026

American Crow

23/4/2026

Bushtit

23/4/2026

Wrentit

33/4/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/4/2026

Marsh Wren

13/4/2026

Bewick's Wren

13/4/2026

European Starling

13/4/2026

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 Guajome Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Guajome Regional Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Guajome Regional Park?
Notable species at Guajome Regional Park include Mallard, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove, Anna's Hummingbird, Allen's Hummingbird. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Guajome Regional Park?
Birding at Guajome Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Guajome Regional Park?
Guajome Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.