Laguna Grande Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Common Ringed Plover

Charadrius hiaticula

3/5/2026Moss Landing--Jetty Road, north jetty & State Beach1 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/5/2026Laguna Grande Park1 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

3/5/2026Monterey--El Estero Lake and/or Monterey cemeteries1 observed

Broad-billed Hummingbird

Cynanthus latirostris

3/4/2026stakeout Broad-billed Hummingbird, Salinas (2026)1 observed

Bell's Sparrow

Artemisiospiza belli

3/4/2026Fort Ord Dunes SP1 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

3/4/2026Fort Ord Dunes SP2 observed

Mountain Bluebird

Sialia currucoides

3/4/2026Naval Support Activity Monterey & Del Monte Lake (Restricted Access)1 observed

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

3/4/2026Elkhorn Slough--Estrada & North marsh and/or Kirby Park1 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler (albilora)

Setophaga dominica

3/4/2026Monterey--El Estero Lake and/or Monterey cemeteries1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/4/2026Pacific Grove--Greenwood Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

103/5/2026

Mallard

23/5/2026

Ruddy Duck

83/5/2026

Rock Pigeon

13/5/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/5/2026

American Coot

13/5/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

33/5/2026

California Scrub-Jay

23/5/2026

Tree Swallow

13/5/2026

Barn Swallow

13/5/2026

European Starling

13/5/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/5/2026

Cedar Waxwing

63/5/2026

House Sparrow

23/5/2026

House Finch

23/5/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

13/5/2026

Song Sparrow

53/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

23/5/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

23/5/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

13/5/2026

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.