Hayward Regional Shoreline

California · Southwest

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Habitat

DesertChaparral

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Hayward Regional Shoreline is a productive birding destination in California, with 293 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Northern Shoveler among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Cackling Goose Canada Goose Northern Shoveler American Wigeon Mallard

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Western Gull

Larus occidentalis

5/30/2026Palo Alto Baylands1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/30/2026595 14th St, San Francisco US-CA 37.76787, -122.426621 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

5/30/2026Emily Renzel Wetlands1 observed

Elegant Tern

Thalasseus elegans

5/30/2026Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge, Sunnyvale US-CA (37.4359,-122.0542)4 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

5/30/2026Laurelwood Park/Sugarloaf Mtn.1 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

5/29/2026Bernal Hill1 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

5/28/2026Shoreline Park--Shoreline Lake area1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

5/28/2026Coyote Hills Regional Park1 observed

American Kestrel

Falco sparverius

5/28/2026Pier 94--salt marsh restoration1 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

5/28/2026Pier 94--salt marsh restoration1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (Gambel's)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

5/27/2026Bryce Canyon Ct., San Ramon, CA1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

5/27/2026Tofoni Trail — Woodside SW2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snowy Plover

25/30/2026

Black Skimmer

15/30/2026

Canada Goose

35/30/2026

Gadwall

15/30/2026

Mallard

25/30/2026

Wild Turkey

75/30/2026

Rock Pigeon

85/30/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

15/30/2026

Black-necked Stilt

15/30/2026

American Avocet

25/30/2026

California Gull

105/30/2026

Forster's Tern

15/30/2026

Snowy Egret

95/30/2026

Northern Harrier

15/30/2026

American Crow

15/30/2026

Barn Swallow

15/30/2026

Cliff Swallow

55/30/2026

Bushtit

15/30/2026

House Finch

35/30/2026

Savannah Sparrow

45/30/2026

Birding Tips

1
Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.
2
Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.
3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hayward Regional Shoreline for birding?▼

The best months to visit Hayward Regional Shoreline for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Hayward Regional Shoreline?▼

Notable species at Hayward Regional Shoreline include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.

How difficult is birding at Hayward Regional Shoreline?▼

Birding at Hayward Regional Shoreline is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Hayward Regional Shoreline?▼

Hayward Regional Shoreline offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.