Locke-Paddon Park

California · Southwest

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

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

Mallard Rock Pigeon Anna's Hummingbird American Coot Western Gull

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Horned Puffin

Fratercula corniculata

5/31/2026Pt. Pinos--seawatch only1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

5/31/2026Zmudowski SB1 observed

South Polar Skua

Stercorarius maccormicki

5/31/2026Monterey Bay pelagic (MTY Co., 2+ mi offshore)1 observed

Cocos Booby

Sula brewsteri

5/30/2026Monterey Bay pelagic (SCZ Co., 2+ mi offshore)1 observed

Ashy Storm-Petrel

Hydrobates homochroa

5/30/2026Pt. Pinos--seawatch only1 observed

Manx Shearwater

Puffinus puffinus

5/30/2026Pt. Pinos--seawatch only2 observed

Hawaiian Petrel

Pterodroma sandwichensis

5/30/2026Pt. Pinos--seawatch only1 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

5/30/2026Carmel Valley--Quail Lodge1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

5/30/2026Pt. Lobos State Reserve1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/30/2026Elkhorn Slough Reserve (NERR)1 observed

American Goldfinch

Spinus tristis

5/30/202650A Spring Rd, Royal Oaks US-CA (36.8701,-121.7497)4 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

5/29/2026Moss Landing--Jetty Road, north jetty & State Beach1 observed

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

5/29/2026Moss Landing--Jetty Road, north jetty & State Beach1 observed

Brown Pelican (California)

Pelecanus occidentalis

5/29/2026Carmel Valley--Quail Lodge1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Dark-eyed Junco

15/21/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Birding Guides

How to Attract Hummingbirds

10 min read

Fall Bird Migration Guide

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Bird Identification: The Four Keys

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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.