Pecho Road Willows

California · Southwest

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Habitat

DesertChaparral

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Pecho Road Willows is a productive birding destination in California, with 268 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Brant, Blue-winged Teal, 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

Brant Blue-winged Teal Cinnamon Teal Mallard Green-winged Teal

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

4/17/2026Morro Bay Estuary (use more specific location(s) when possible)2 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

4/17/2026Bluff Trail--Montana de Oro SP1 observed

King Eider

Somateria spectabilis

4/17/2026Morro Bay Estuary (use more specific location(s) when possible)1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle x Audubon's)

Setophaga coronata

4/17/2026Meadow Park--San Luis Obispo1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

4/16/2026Morro Bay yard1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

4/16/2026Meadow Park--San Luis Obispo1 observed

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

4/16/2026Meadow Park--San Luis Obispo1 observed

Nashville Warbler (ridgwayi)

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/16/2026Meadow Park--San Luis Obispo1 observed

Elegant Tern

Thalasseus elegans

4/16/2026Morro Strand State Beach3 observed

Canada Warbler

Cardellina canadensis

4/15/2026Meadow Park--San Luis Obispo1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Crow

24/6/2026

Birding Tips

1
Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.
2
Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.
3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Pecho Road Willows for birding?▼

The best months to visit Pecho Road Willows for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Pecho Road Willows?▼

Notable species at Pecho Road Willows include Brant, Blue-winged Teal, Cinnamon Teal, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.

How difficult is birding at Pecho Road Willows?▼

Birding at Pecho Road Willows is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Pecho Road Willows?▼

Pecho Road Willows offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.