Lake birding habitat

Lake Solano County Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Lake Solano County Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 223 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Bufflehead 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

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

7/13/2026Lagoon Valley Park--Fairfield North CE Atlas Block1 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

7/13/20261112 Westfield Terr, Davis US-CA (38.5683,-121.7629)1 observed

Allen's Hummingbird

Selasphorus sasin

7/12/202618658 County Road 95, Woodland, California, US (38.669, -121.862)1 observed

Wilson's Snipe

Gallinago delicata

7/10/2026Lagoon Valley Park and Pena Adobe Historical Area1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

7/8/2026Dover Park2 observed

Western Warbling Vireo

Vireo swainsoni

7/8/2026South Fork Putah Creek Preserve1 observed

Ferruginous Hawk

Buteo regalis

7/4/2026Silverado Resort (restricted access)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Anna's Hummingbird

17/14/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

17/14/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

17/14/2026

Black Phoebe

27/14/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

27/14/2026

California Scrub-Jay

47/14/2026

Tree Swallow

17/14/2026

Bushtit

47/14/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

17/14/2026

Song Sparrow

17/14/2026

California Towhee

57/14/2026

Spotted Towhee

37/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/14/2026

Canada Goose

7/2/2026

Mallard

7/2/2026

Common Merganser

7/2/2026

California Quail

7/2/2026

Indian Peafowl

7/2/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

7/2/2026

Common Gallinule

7/2/2026

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 Solano County Park for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Solano County Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Lake Solano County Park?
Notable species at Lake Solano County Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Hooded Merganser. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Solano County Park?
Birding at Lake Solano County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lake Solano County Park?
Lake Solano County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.