Nob Hill Pond

California · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Nob Hill Pond is a productive birding destination in California, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Mallard 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

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

3/5/2026Oracle Pond (pond area only) along Marine Pkwy1 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

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

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/5/2026Belmont Slough--slough along Oracle Pkwy and area behind Oracle1 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

3/5/2026Salt Pond A121 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

Cassin's Kingbird

Tyrannus vociferans

3/5/2026Pacific Commons Linear Park2 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

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

Blue-winged Teal x Northern Shoveler (hybrid)

Spatula discors x clypeata

3/5/2026Palo Alto Baylands1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/5/2026McKinley Square1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (cismontanus)

Junco hyemalis

3/5/2026Fort Maley1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

3/4/2026Harborview Park, San Mateo US-CA 37.58068, -122.314141 observed

Pacific Golden-Plover

Pluvialis fulva

3/4/2026Don Edwards NWR--Pond A161 observed

Bullock's Oriole

Icterus bullockii

3/4/2026Potrero Hill Rec Center1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

53/4/2026

Northern Shoveler

803/4/2026

Mallard

63/4/2026

Northern Pintail

33/4/2026

Green-winged Teal

43/4/2026

Bufflehead

203/4/2026

Ruddy Duck

503/4/2026

American Coot

43/4/2026

Black-necked Stilt

53/4/2026

American Avocet

503/4/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

13/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

33/4/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

53/4/2026

Snowy Egret

123/4/2026

American White Pelican

73/4/2026

Black Phoebe

13/4/2026

American Crow

43/4/2026

Common Raven

13/4/2026

Tree Swallow

13/4/2026

Bewick's Wren

23/4/2026

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 Nob Hill Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Nob Hill Pond for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Nob Hill Pond?
Notable species at Nob Hill Pond include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Mallard, Northern Pintail, Green-winged Teal. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Nob Hill Pond?
Birding at Nob Hill Pond is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Nob Hill Pond?
Nob Hill Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.