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Laguna Grande Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, dawn to dusk

About This Location

Laguna Grande Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 268 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Ruddy Duck 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

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

7/13/2026Jetty Rd, Moss Landing US-CA 36.81032, -121.788841 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

7/12/2026Carmel River SB (beach, lagoon, and/or Cross Hill)1 observed

Black-footed Albatross

Phoebastria nigripes

7/11/2026Monterey Bay pelagic--inshore Monterey to Moss Landing (MTY Co.)1 observed

Black Storm-Petrel

Hydrobates melania

7/11/2026Auto selected 36.75842, -122.018381 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

7/11/2026Zmudowski SB2 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

7/11/2026Zmudowski SB1 observed

Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

7/9/2026Highway 11 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

7/9/2026Pebble Beach--Bird & Seal Rocks1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

7/9/202625845 Rio Vista Dr, Carmel US-CA 36.54805, -121.900131 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Osprey

17/12/2026

Peregrine Falcon

17/12/2026

Canada Goose

7/11/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

17/11/2026

Least Sandpiper

7/11/2026

Western Gull

7/11/2026

California Gull

7/11/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

27/11/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/11/2026

Black Phoebe

37/11/2026

American Crow

27/11/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

7/11/2026

House Finch

17/11/2026

Song Sparrow

47/11/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

27/10/2026

Mallard

67/10/2026

Rock Pigeon

67/10/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

17/10/2026

Caspian Tern

17/10/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

97/10/2026

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 Laguna Grande Park for birding?
The best months to visit Laguna Grande Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Laguna Grande Park?
Notable species at Laguna Grande Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Ruddy Duck, Rock Pigeon, Anna's Hummingbird, House Sparrow, California Towhee, Turkey Vulture, Red-tailed Hawk, American Crow, Bushtit, Brewer's Blackbird. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Laguna Grande Park?
Birding at Laguna Grande Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
Is there an entrance fee at Laguna Grande Park?
There is no entrance fee at Laguna Grande Park. Hours: Open daily, dawn to dusk.
What amenities are available at Laguna Grande Park?
Laguna Grande Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.