Desert birding habitat

Point Saint George

California · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Point Saint George is a productive birding destination in California, with 255 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Surf Scoter, Black Oystercatcher, and Western Gull 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

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

5/29/2026End of Tanbark Rd1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

5/29/2026Lake Tolowa Mouth1 observed

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

5/27/2026Alexandre Dairy4 observed

Elegant Tern

Thalasseus elegans

5/23/2026Battery Point Beach South1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

5/21/2026Alexandre Dairy3 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

5/18/2026Tolowa Dunes SP--south2 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

5/18/2026Smith River Bottoms--Bailey Rd.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Surf Scoter

505/25/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

145/25/2026

Black Oystercatcher

65/25/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/25/2026

Western Gull

505/25/2026

Common Loon

35/25/2026

Brandt's Cormorant

5/25/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

5/25/2026

Brown Pelican

405/25/2026

Turkey Vulture

35/25/2026

Osprey

25/25/2026

Belted Kingfisher

15/25/2026

American Crow

25/25/2026

Common Raven

45/25/2026

Barn Swallow

15/25/2026

Cliff Swallow

455/25/2026

Marsh Wren

65/25/2026

European Starling

85/25/2026

American Robin

25/25/2026

American Goldfinch

25/25/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.

  2. 2

    Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Point Saint George for birding?
The best months to visit Point Saint George for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Point Saint George?
Notable species at Point Saint George include Surf Scoter, Black Oystercatcher, Western Gull, Western Grebe, Common Loon. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Point Saint George?
Birding at Point Saint George is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Point Saint George?
Point Saint George offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.