Lake birding habitat

Mono Lake County Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Mono Lake County Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 276 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Killdeer, and Red-tailed Hawk 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

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

5/27/2026Bridgeport Reservoir--east shore pullout1 observed

Plumbeous Vireo

Vireo plumbeus

5/26/2026Sawmill Ridge Route, Bridgeport US-CA (38.2334,-119.3232)1 observed

Tricolored Blackbird

Agelaius tricolor

5/24/2026June Lake2 observed

Chukar

Alectoris chukar

5/22/2026Cottonwood Canyon Road, Bridgeport, California, US (38.167, -119.023)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eurasian Collared-Dove

16/2/2026

Mourning Dove

16/2/2026

Northern Flicker

26/2/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

16/2/2026

Western Warbling Vireo

26/2/2026

Violet-green Swallow

86/2/2026

Cliff Swallow

46/2/2026

Northern House Wren

26/2/2026

European Starling

66/2/2026

American Robin

26/2/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

46/2/2026

Western Meadowlark

26/2/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

46/2/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

26/2/2026

Lazuli Bunting

26/2/2026

Wilson's Snipe

16/2/2026

Red-breasted Sapsucker

16/2/2026

Lewis's Woodpecker

16/2/2026

Tree Swallow

56/2/2026

Bewick's Wren

16/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Mono Lake County Park for birding?
The best months to visit Mono Lake County Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Mono Lake County Park?
Notable species at Mono Lake County Park include Canada Goose, Killdeer, Red-tailed Hawk, Downy Woodpecker, Red-winged Blackbird. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mono Lake County Park?
Birding at Mono Lake County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Mono Lake County Park?
Mono Lake County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.