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

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

6/1/2026Lagoon Valley Park--Fairfield North CE Atlas Block1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

5/31/2026Dover Park2 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

5/31/2026Gates Canyon Rd.1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/30/2026Mix Canyon1 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

5/30/2026Putah Creek--Yolo Housing Authority access (YOL Co.)1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

5/29/20262385 Waterside Dr, Fairfield US-CA 38.29651, -121.95537 one Lake1 observed

Golden-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia atricapilla

5/28/2026Audubon Bobcat Ranch (private - access by permission only)1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

5/25/2026West Mitchel Canyon (Restricted Access)2 observed

Hammond's Flycatcher

Empidonax hammondii

5/22/2026Walked along Putah Creek from Old Davis Hwy to Pedrick Rd.1 observed

Townsend's Warbler

Setophaga townsendi

5/20/2026Green Valley Falls (Restricted Access)39 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

5/20/2026Green Valley Falls (Restricted Access)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

105/26/2026

Mallard

25/26/2026

Indian Peafowl

25/26/2026

Mourning Dove

25/26/2026

Snowy Egret

15/26/2026

Great Egret

15/26/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/26/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/26/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

15/26/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

25/26/2026

Northern Flicker

15/26/2026

Black Phoebe

25/26/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

15/26/2026

California Scrub-Jay

25/26/2026

Oak Titmouse

15/26/2026

Tree Swallow

45/26/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

55/26/2026

Bushtit

25/26/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

15/26/2026

Bewick's Wren

35/26/2026

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.