Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley

California · Southwest

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley is a productive birding destination in California, with 271 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Egyptian 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

Cackling Goose Canada Goose Egyptian Goose American Wigeon Mallard

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Oak Titmouse

Baeolophus inornatus

5/31/2026Aliso and Wood Canyons WP--Aliso Creek Trail to Wood Canyon Trail1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

5/30/2026Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve2 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

5/30/2026Huntington Central Park--East1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/30/2026William R Mason Regional Park, Irvine1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

5/30/2026Carbon Canyon Regional Park1 observed

Common Grackle

Quiscalus quiscula

5/30/2026Bommer Canyon (CA Atlas - Laguna Beach NE)7 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

5/30/2026Huntington Central Park--East1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/30/2026Huntington Central Park--East1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eurasian Collared-Dove

15/30/2026

Mourning Dove

15/30/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

15/30/2026

White-faced Ibis

15/30/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/30/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

15/30/2026

Bell's Vireo

15/30/2026

Bushtit

105/30/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

15/30/2026

American Goldfinch

15/30/2026

Song Sparrow

15/30/2026

Bullock's Oriole

15/30/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

15/30/2026

Common Yellowthroat

15/30/2026

Canada Goose

2005/30/2026

Egyptian Goose

165/30/2026

Muscovy Duck

25/30/2026

Mallard

125/30/2026

American Coot

55/30/2026

Ring-billed Gull

15/30/2026

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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Bird Identification: The Four Keys

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley for birding?▼

The best months to visit Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley?▼

Notable species at Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Egyptian Goose, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley?▼

Birding at Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley?▼

Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.