Lake Yosemite County Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Lake Yosemite County Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 212 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

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

3/3/2026Lake McSwain 2 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

3/1/2026White Rock Rd.--riparian area below Mariposa Dam (MRP Co.)1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

3/1/2026Merced NWR--viewing platform at Pintail Marsh1 observed

Merlin (Black)

Falco columbarius

2/28/2026Merced NWR--Auto Tour Route (4.8-mile one-way loop road)1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler (Gray-headed)

Leiothlypis celata

2/28/2026Merced NWR--Auto Tour Route (4.8-mile one-way loop road)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

1003/2/2026

Mallard

63/2/2026

Bufflehead

103/2/2026

Common Goldeneye

33/2/2026

Common Merganser

23/2/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

13/2/2026

Mourning Dove

53/2/2026

Black-necked Stilt

103/2/2026

American Avocet

13/2/2026

Killdeer

23/2/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

33/2/2026

Eared Grebe

13/2/2026

Clark's Grebe

13/2/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

63/2/2026

Snowy Egret

13/2/2026

Great Egret

23/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/2/2026

American White Pelican

33/2/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

13/2/2026

Northern Flicker

13/2/2026

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 Yosemite County Park for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Yosemite County Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Lake Yosemite County Park?
Notable species at Lake Yosemite County Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Yosemite County Park?
Birding at Lake Yosemite 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 Yosemite County Park?
Lake Yosemite County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.