Middle Harbor Shoreline Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
CoastalUrban Park
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Middle Harbor Shoreline Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and urban park habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and American Wigeon 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

Williamson's Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus thyroideus

3/5/2026UC Berkeley1 observed

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

3/5/2026South Richmond Marshes (Stege, Hoffman) and Meeker Slough17 observed

Harris's Sparrow

Zonotrichia querula

3/5/2026Santa Venetia Marsh Preserve1 observed

Black-throated Gray Warbler

Setophaga nigrescens

3/5/2026Lafayette Reservoir1 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/5/2026Amador Street - fennel/willow patch and adjoining fields 37.74489, -122.379561 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/5/20261315 Coyote Point Drive, San Mateo, California, US (37.592, -122.315)1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

3/5/2026Ballena Bay1 observed

Common Murre

Uria aalge

3/5/2026Cesar Chavez Park1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

3/5/2026Sunset Blvd. at Quintara St. intersection and vicinity1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

3/5/2026Booker T Anderson Park1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/5/2026707 W Hornet Ave, Alameda US-CA 37.77285, -122.300701 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/5/2026Golden Gate Park--Hippie Hill & Tennis Complex1 observed

Hermit Warbler

Setophaga occidentalis

3/5/2026Golden Gate Park--Hippie Hill & Tennis Complex1 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

3/5/2026Golden Gate Park--Arboretum (San Francisco Botanical Garden)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cackling Goose

23/2/2026

Canada Goose

253/2/2026

American Wigeon

403/2/2026

Canvasback

13/2/2026

Surf Scoter

13/2/2026

Bufflehead

123/2/2026

Ruddy Duck

303/2/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

23/2/2026

American Coot

303/2/2026

American Avocet

63/2/2026

Black-bellied Plover

263/2/2026

Long-billed Curlew

123/2/2026

Marbled Godwit

403/2/2026

Willet

253/2/2026

Short-billed Gull

123/2/2026

Western Gull

83/2/2026

Horned Grebe

43/2/2026

Eared Grebe

33/2/2026

Western Grebe

13/2/2026

Clark's Grebe

13/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Middle Harbor Shoreline Park for birding?
The best months to visit Middle Harbor Shoreline Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Middle Harbor Shoreline Park?
Notable species at Middle Harbor Shoreline Park include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, American Wigeon, Canvasback, Surf Scoter. The area supports coastal, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Middle Harbor Shoreline Park?
Birding at Middle Harbor Shoreline Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Middle Harbor Shoreline Park?
Middle Harbor Shoreline Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.