Point Reyes National Seashore
California · West
Moderate
September-November
Free
Open 24 hours; visitor center 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
About This Location
Point Reyes National Seashore juts into the Pacific Ocean north of San Francisco, creating one of the West Coast's top birding destinations. The peninsula's diverse habitats host over 490 species, and its position makes it a magnet for rare vagrants and seabird watching.
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
American Crow
Corvus brachyrhynchos
Elegant Tern
Thalasseus elegans
Swainson's Thrush
Catharus ustulatus
Palm Warbler
Setophaga palmarum
Ring-necked Duck
Aythya collaris
Wrentit
Chamaea fasciata
Olive-sided Flycatcher
Contopus cooperi
Palm Warbler (Western)
Setophaga palmarum
Lawrence's Goldfinch
Spinus lawrencei
Fox Sparrow (Slate-colored)
Passerella iliaca
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Mallard
Mourning Dove
Semipalmated Plover
Western Gull
Belted Kingfisher
Acorn Woodpecker
Common Raven
American Robin
Song Sparrow
Greater Scaup
Lesser Scaup
Red-breasted Merganser
Ring-billed Gull
Common Loon
Double-crested Cormorant
Great Egret
Red-shouldered Hawk
American Crow
Bewick's Wren
Northern Mockingbird
Birding Tips
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Fall is best for rare vagrants; check the outer point
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Visit the lighthouse area for seabird watching and whale migration
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Fall migration (September-October) brings waves of southbound warblers and raptors
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Winter birding can be rewarding for waterfowl, raptors, and winter finches
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Arrive at dawn for peak bird activity, especially during migration seasons
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Point Reyes Lighthouse
- Tomales Bay
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