Martinez Regional Shoreline Park

California · Southwest

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Martinez Regional Shoreline Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mallard, Bufflehead, and Ruddy Duck 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 Bufflehead Ruddy Duck Anna's Hummingbird American Coot

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Allen's Hummingbird

Selasphorus sasin

7/11/2026Tilden Regional Park--Botanic Garden1 observed

Black Turnstone

Arenaria melanocephala

7/10/2026McLaughlin Eastshore SP--Albany access1 observed

Brant

Branta bernicla

7/10/2026San Pablo Bay NWR--Hwy 37 Pullout/Cullinan Ranch Trail5 observed

Black-throated Gray Warbler

Setophaga nigrescens

7/10/2026Lafayette Reservoir1 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

7/9/2026Landfill Loop Trail1 observed

Brant (Black)

Branta bernicla

7/8/2026Salt Intake - Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA--Napa River Units - Pond 13 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

7/8/2026Dover Park2 observed

Glaucous-winged Gull

Larus glaucescens

7/8/2026Emeryville shoreline--near fire station1 observed

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

7/7/2026Pt. Pinole Regional Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

907/11/2026

Mallard

537/11/2026

Rock Pigeon

507/11/2026

Mourning Dove

17/11/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

17/11/2026

Killdeer

17/11/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

27/11/2026

Snowy Egret

27/11/2026

Great Egret

17/11/2026

American White Pelican

77/11/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/11/2026

Osprey

17/11/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/11/2026

Black Phoebe

57/11/2026

California Scrub-Jay

17/11/2026

American Crow

37/11/2026

Oak Titmouse

17/11/2026

Tree Swallow

17/11/2026

Barn Swallow

27/11/2026

Cliff Swallow

37/11/2026

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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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Martinez Regional Shoreline Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Martinez Regional Shoreline Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Martinez Regional Shoreline Park?▼

Notable species at Martinez Regional Shoreline Park include Mallard, Bufflehead, Ruddy Duck, Anna's Hummingbird, American Coot. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Martinez Regional Shoreline Park?▼

Birding at Martinez Regional Shoreline Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Martinez Regional Shoreline Park?▼

Martinez Regional Shoreline Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.