Pacific Commons Linear Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Pacific Commons Linear Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, and Cinnamon Teal 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

Lawrence's Goldfinch

Spinus lawrencei

3/6/2026Ed Levin CP--Spring Valley area4 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/5/2026Lone Hill Park3 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

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

Cassin's Kingbird

Tyrannus vociferans

3/5/2026Pacific Commons Linear Park2 observed

Blue-winged Teal x Northern Shoveler (hybrid)

Spatula discors x clypeata

3/5/2026Palo Alto Baylands1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle x Audubon's)

Setophaga coronata

3/4/2026Thousand Oaks Park (SCL Co.)1 observed

Pacific Golden-Plover

Pluvialis fulva

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

Black-headed Grosbeak

Pheucticus melanocephalus

3/4/2026Loop trail1 observed

Black Oystercatcher

Haematopus bachmani

3/3/2026Charleston Slough/Coast Casey Forebay1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Greater White-fronted Goose

113/5/2026

Canada Goose

603/5/2026

Cinnamon Teal

53/5/2026

Gadwall

183/5/2026

American Wigeon

1303/5/2026

Mallard

43/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

23/5/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

13/5/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/5/2026

American Coot

103/5/2026

American Avocet

23/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

23/5/2026

Bald Eagle

23/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

33/5/2026

Ferruginous Hawk

13/5/2026

Northern Flicker

13/5/2026

Black Phoebe

43/5/2026

Say's Phoebe

13/5/2026

American Crow

303/5/2026

Common Raven

43/5/2026

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 Pacific Commons Linear Park for birding?
The best months to visit Pacific Commons Linear Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Pacific Commons Linear Park?
Notable species at Pacific Commons Linear Park include Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, Cinnamon Teal, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pacific Commons Linear Park?
Birding at Pacific Commons Linear Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Pacific Commons Linear Park?
Pacific Commons Linear Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.