Desert birding habitat

Hayward Regional Shoreline - Grant Avenue access

California · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Hayward Regional Shoreline - Grant Avenue access is a productive birding destination in California, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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 Oystercatcher

Haematopus bachmani

5/27/2026Charleston Slough/Coast Casey Forebay1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (Gambel's)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

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

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

5/27/2026Huddart County Park2 observed

Brant

Branta bernicla

5/27/2026MLK Jr. Regional Shoreline1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

5/27/2026Home1 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

5/26/2026Golden Gate Park--Blue Heron Lake & Strawberry Hill1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

5/26/2026Parnassus Backyards -- Cole Valley6 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/26/2026Presidio--Tennessee Hollow1 observed

Golden-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia atricapilla

5/26/2026Hayward, Drummond north (gated community)1 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

5/26/2026Presidio--El Polin Springs & Inspiration Point1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

5/26/2026Presidio--El Polin Springs & Inspiration Point1 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

5/26/2026Pier 94--salt marsh restoration1 observed

Tricolored Blackbird

Agelaius tricolor

5/26/2026Bedwell Bayfront Park-Menlo Park2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

165/18/2026

Mallard

75/18/2026

Rock Pigeon

95/18/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

35/18/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

15/18/2026

Black-necked Stilt

125/18/2026

American Avocet

95/18/2026

Killdeer

15/18/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

15/18/2026

Willet

35/18/2026

Ring-billed Gull

15/18/2026

Western Gull

15/18/2026

California Gull

205/18/2026

Forster's Tern

115/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/18/2026

Snowy Egret

15/18/2026

Black Phoebe

15/18/2026

American Crow

75/18/2026

Tree Swallow

15/18/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

15/18/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.

  2. 2

    Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hayward Regional Shoreline - Grant Avenue access for birding?
The best months to visit Hayward Regional Shoreline - Grant Avenue access for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Hayward Regional Shoreline - Grant Avenue access?
Notable species at Hayward Regional Shoreline - Grant Avenue access include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hayward Regional Shoreline - Grant Avenue access?
Birding at Hayward Regional Shoreline - Grant Avenue access is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Hayward Regional Shoreline - Grant Avenue access?
Hayward Regional Shoreline - Grant Avenue access offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.