Close-up of American white ibis standing on a dry tree in a swamp.

Hahamongna Watershed Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, sunrise to sunset

About This Location

Hahamongna Watershed Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 268 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, and Acorn Woodpecker 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

California Gnatcatcher

Polioptila californica

7/19/2026Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook2 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

7/19/2026Village Green1 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

7/19/2026Peck Rd. Water Conservation Park1 observed

Northern Pygmy-Owl

Glaucidium gnoma

7/18/2026Angeles Crest Hwy--MP 55.441 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

7/18/2026La Canada Hummingbird Feeders2 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

7/18/2026Sepulveda Basin--East of Woodley Ave1 observed

Steller's Jay

Cyanocitta stelleri

7/17/2026Angeles NF--Little Santa Anita Cyn.4 observed

Lewis's Woodpecker

Melanerpes lewis

7/14/2026Angeles Crest Hwy--MP 55.441 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

7/12/2026Los Angeles River--Sunnynook Bridge1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eurasian Collared-Dove

17/19/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

37/19/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

17/19/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

17/19/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

17/19/2026

Oak Titmouse

17/19/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

47/19/2026

California Towhee

17/19/2026

Spotted Towhee

17/19/2026

Hooded Oriole

27/19/2026

Mourning Dove

17/19/2026

Greater Roadrunner

17/19/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

27/19/2026

Cassin's Kingbird

27/19/2026

California Scrub-Jay

27/19/2026

Bushtit

27/19/2026

Bewick's Wren

27/19/2026

House Finch

47/19/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

17/19/2026

Song Sparrow

17/19/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Check eBird hotspot data before visiting to see recent sightings and what species are being reported.

  5. 5

    Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hahamongna Watershed Park for birding?
The best months to visit Hahamongna Watershed Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Hahamongna Watershed Park?
Notable species at Hahamongna Watershed Park include Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, Acorn Woodpecker, California Scrub-Jay, American Crow, Eurasian Collared-Dove, House Finch, Dark-eyed Junco, California Towhee, Red-tailed Hawk, Nuttall's Woodpecker, Northern Flicker. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hahamongna Watershed Park?
Birding at Hahamongna Watershed Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
Is there an entrance fee at Hahamongna Watershed Park?
There is no entrance fee at Hahamongna Watershed Park. Hours: Open daily, sunrise to sunset.
What amenities are available at Hahamongna Watershed Park?
Hahamongna Watershed Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.