Harriett M. Wieder Regional Park, Huntington Beach

California · Southwest

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Habitat

CoastalUrban Park

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Harriett M. Wieder Regional Park, Huntington Beach is a productive birding destination in California, with 276 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and urban park habitat attracts Mallard, Anna's Hummingbird, and Allen's Hummingbird among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Mallard Anna's Hummingbird Allen's Hummingbird Turkey Vulture White-tailed Kite

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Cedar Waxwing

Bombycilla cedrorum

6/1/2026Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley1 observed

Townsend's Warbler

Setophaga townsendi

6/1/2026Huntington Central Park--East1 observed

Western Warbling Vireo

Vireo swainsoni

6/1/2026Huntington Central Park--East2 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

6/1/2026Huntington Central Park--East1 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

6/1/2026Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park1 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

5/31/2026Bolsa Chica--walkbridge/inner bay1 observed

Elegant Tern

Thalasseus elegans

5/31/2026IRWD San Joaquin Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary, Irvine3 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

5/31/2026Wintersburg channel1 observed

Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

5/31/2026stakeout Swainson's Hawk, Seal Beach (2019)2 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

5/31/2026Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

5/31/2026Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

15/29/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

15/29/2026

Hutton's Vireo

15/29/2026

American Crow

65/29/2026

Northern House Wren

55/29/2026

House Finch

35/29/2026

Song Sparrow

55/29/2026

California Towhee

55/29/2026

Spotted Towhee

35/29/2026

Yellow-breasted Chat

15/29/2026

Orange-crowned Warbler

15/29/2026

Egyptian Goose

25/27/2026

Gadwall

15/27/2026

Mourning Dove

15/27/2026

Black-necked Stilt

25/27/2026

Killdeer

25/27/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

15/27/2026

Great Horned Owl

15/27/2026

Bushtit

55/27/2026

Marsh Wren

15/27/2026

Birding Tips

1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Harriett M. Wieder Regional Park, Huntington Beach for birding?▼

The best months to visit Harriett M. Wieder Regional Park, Huntington Beach for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Harriett M. Wieder Regional Park, Huntington Beach?▼

Notable species at Harriett M. Wieder Regional Park, Huntington Beach include Mallard, Anna's Hummingbird, Allen's Hummingbird, Turkey Vulture, White-tailed Kite. The area supports coastal, urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Harriett M. Wieder Regional Park, Huntington Beach?▼

Birding at Harriett M. Wieder Regional Park, Huntington Beach is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Harriett M. Wieder Regional Park, Huntington Beach?▼

Harriett M. Wieder Regional Park, Huntington Beach offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.