Urban Park birding habitat

Mojave Narrows Regional Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Mojave Narrows Regional Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 282 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Eurasian Collared-Dove 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

7/16/2026Mojave Narrows Regional Park14 observed

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

7/16/2026Mojave Narrows Regional Park2 observed

Belted Kingfisher

Megaceryle alcyon

7/15/2026Mojave Narrows Regional Park1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

7/12/2026Mojave Narrows Regional Park14 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

7/12/2026Mojave Narrows Regional Park1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

7/7/2026Hesperia Lake Park1 observed

Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

7/7/2026Mojave Narrows Regional Park1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

7/7/2026Mojave Narrows Regional Park1 observed

Canada Goose

Branta canadensis

7/6/2026Lake Gregory5 observed

Western Flycatcher

Empidonax difficilis

7/5/2026Celeste DeBlasis Memorial Garden and feeders1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

387/16/2026

Rock Pigeon

77/16/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

37/16/2026

Mourning Dove

117/16/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

17/16/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

27/16/2026

Black Phoebe

27/16/2026

American Crow

27/16/2026

Common Raven

47/16/2026

Tree Swallow

37/16/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/16/2026

House Sparrow

47/16/2026

House Finch

87/16/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

67/16/2026

Lark Sparrow

57/16/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

467/16/2026

Brewer's Blackbird

127/16/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

37/16/2026

Mallard

147/16/2026

Virginia Rail

17/16/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Mojave Narrows Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Mojave Narrows Regional Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Mojave Narrows Regional Park?
Notable species at Mojave Narrows Regional Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove, Anna's Hummingbird. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mojave Narrows Regional Park?
Birding at Mojave Narrows Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Mojave Narrows Regional Park?
Mojave Narrows Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.