Lake birding habitat

Lake Sherwood

California · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Lake Sherwood is a productive birding destination in California, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Ring-necked 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

Lucy's Warbler

Leiothlypis luciae

4/15/2026Hill Canyon1 observed

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

4/12/2026Leo Carrillo SP--seawatch1 observed

Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

4/10/2026Underwood1 observed

Red-crowned Amazon

Amazona viridigenalis

4/10/2026Santa Monica Mnts NRA Rancho Sierra Vista/ Satwiwa, Newbury Park US-CA 34.15307, -118.9655710 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

4/10/2026Lake Sherwood1 observed

Black-throated Sparrow

Amphispiza bilineata

4/10/2026Hill Canyon2 observed

Western Wood-Pewee

Contopus sordidulus

4/6/2026Hill Canyon1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

4/4/2026Calleguas Creek by Round Mountain3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Allen's Hummingbird

24/13/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

14/13/2026

Western Flycatcher

24/13/2026

Oak Titmouse

14/13/2026

Wrentit

14/13/2026

Northern House Wren

14/13/2026

House Finch

14/13/2026

Wilson's Warbler

14/13/2026

White-throated Swift

64/12/2026

Green Heron

14/12/2026

Western Warbling Vireo

14/12/2026

California Scrub-Jay

14/12/2026

Great Horned Owl

34/12/2026

American Crow

44/12/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

14/12/2026

Canada Goose

144/9/2026

Mallard

64/9/2026

Ruddy Duck

14/9/2026

Mourning Dove

14/9/2026

American Coot

114/9/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Sherwood for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Sherwood for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Lake Sherwood?
Notable species at Lake Sherwood include Canada Goose, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Bufflehead, Ruddy Duck. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Sherwood?
Birding at Lake Sherwood is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Sherwood?
Lake Sherwood offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.