Peck Road Water Conservation Park

California · Southwest

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Peck Road Water Conservation Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 276 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and Northern Shoveler among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Snow Goose Canada Goose Northern Shoveler Mallard Ring-necked Duck

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Steller's Jay

Cyanocitta stelleri

7/17/2026Angeles NF--Little Santa Anita Cyn.4 observed

Black Swift

Cypseloides niger

7/16/2026Claremont Wilderness Park2 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

7/16/2026Craig Regional Park, Fullerton4 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

7/15/2026Carbon Canyon Regional Park1 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

7/15/2026Ralph B. Clark Regional Park, Buena Park1 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

7/14/2026Peck Rd. Water Conservation Park2 observed

Lewis's Woodpecker

Melanerpes lewis

7/14/2026Angeles Crest Hwy--MP 55.441 observed

California Gnatcatcher

Polioptila californica

7/12/2026Santa Fe Dam--Nature Center Area2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

207/14/2026

Mallard

127/14/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

27/14/2026

Mourning Dove

57/14/2026

American Coot

27/14/2026

Killdeer

27/14/2026

Least Sandpiper

157/14/2026

Western Grebe

107/14/2026

Clark's Grebe

17/14/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

67/14/2026

Green Heron

27/14/2026

Great Egret

37/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/14/2026

Brown Pelican

27/14/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/14/2026

Cassin's Kingbird

37/14/2026

Song Sparrow

17/14/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

27/14/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

87/14/2026

Common Yellowthroat

17/14/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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California Birding Guide

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Peck Road Water Conservation Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Peck Road Water Conservation Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Peck Road Water Conservation Park?▼

Notable species at Peck Road Water Conservation Park include Snow Goose, Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Peck Road Water Conservation Park?▼

Birding at Peck Road Water Conservation Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Peck Road Water Conservation Park?▼

Peck Road Water Conservation Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.