Locke-Paddon Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Locke-Paddon Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mallard, Rock Pigeon, and Anna's Hummingbird 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

Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

3/6/2026Pebble Beach--Bird & Seal Rocks1 observed

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

Scaly-breasted Munia

Lonchura punctulata

3/4/2026My yard, Carr Ave., Aromas3 observed

Chestnut-backed Chickadee

Poecile rufescens

3/4/2026My yard, Carr Ave., Aromas1 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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

33/4/2026

Rock Pigeon

123/4/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/4/2026

American Coot

103/4/2026

Western Gull

43/4/2026

California Gull

123/4/2026

Black Phoebe

13/4/2026

American Crow

123/4/2026

Marsh Wren

53/4/2026

European Starling

1553/4/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/4/2026

American Robin

33/4/2026

Song Sparrow

43/4/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

453/4/2026

Tricolored Blackbird

1503/4/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

13/4/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/4/2026

Common Gallinule

13/1/2026

California Scrub-Jay

13/1/2026

Hermit Thrush

13/1/2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Locke-Paddon Park for birding?
The best months to visit Locke-Paddon Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Locke-Paddon Park?
Notable species at Locke-Paddon Park include Mallard, Rock Pigeon, Anna's Hummingbird, American Coot, Western Gull. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Locke-Paddon Park?
Birding at Locke-Paddon Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Locke-Paddon Park?
Locke-Paddon Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.