Wetland birding habitat

Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge - Auto Tour Route

California · Southwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge - Auto Tour Route is a productive birding destination in California, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Greater White-fronted Goose, and Canada Goose 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

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

4/15/2026Wingwatchers Lake Ewauna Nature Trail1 observed

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

4/12/2026¡El Super Blablazo Backyard Blitz! ¡Que Horror!1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

4/12/2026Dad's House6 observed

Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus

4/12/2026Dad's House2 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

4/12/2026South Klamath wetland20 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

4/12/2026Lower Klamath NWR--Auto Tour Route1 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

4/11/2026Home Rosemont Court1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

4/11/2026Lindley Way1 observed

Great-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus mexicanus

4/11/2026Klamath Wildlife Area--Miller Island Unit3 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/10/2026Moore Park2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

184/13/2026

Greater White-fronted Goose

1504/13/2026

Canada Goose

304/13/2026

Cinnamon Teal

84/13/2026

Northern Shoveler

2004/13/2026

Gadwall

64/13/2026

Mallard

64/13/2026

Northern Pintail

94/13/2026

Redhead

104/13/2026

Lesser Scaup

24/13/2026

Bufflehead

204/13/2026

Ruddy Duck

124/13/2026

Virginia Rail

14/13/2026

American Coot

1004/13/2026

Black-necked Stilt

64/13/2026

Killdeer

14/13/2026

Long-billed Dowitcher

404/13/2026

Ring-billed Gull

34/13/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

44/13/2026

Eared Grebe

54/13/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge - Auto Tour Route for birding?
The best months to visit Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge - Auto Tour Route for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge - Auto Tour Route?
Notable species at Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge - Auto Tour Route include Snow Goose, Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Cinnamon Teal. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge - Auto Tour Route?
Birding at Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge - Auto Tour Route is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge - Auto Tour Route?
Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge - Auto Tour Route offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.