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

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

7/11/2026Winchuck River mouth1 observed

Eurasian Whimbrel

Numenius phaeopus

7/11/2026Point St. George1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

7/8/2026Lake Tolowa Mouth1 observed

Eastern Kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

7/7/2026Lake Tolowa Mouth1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

7/6/2026Lake Tolowa Mouth2 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

7/5/2026Lake Tolowa1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

17/12/2026

Cliff Swallow

1507/12/2026

European Starling

17/12/2026

House Finch

17/12/2026

Brewer's Blackbird

17/12/2026

Black-headed Grosbeak

17/12/2026

Surf Scoter

187/12/2026

Black Oystercatcher

47/12/2026

Hudsonian Whimbrel

457/12/2026

Marbled Godwit

17/12/2026

Western Sandpiper

707/12/2026

Rhinoceros Auklet

37/12/2026

Tufted Puffin

17/12/2026

Common Murre

20007/12/2026

Heermann's Gull

37/12/2026

Western Gull

407/12/2026

California Gull

17/12/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

17/12/2026

Brandt's Cormorant

87/12/2026

Pelagic Cormorant

57/12/2026

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.