Presidio - Crissy Field

California · Southwest

Habitat
Grassland
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Presidio - Crissy Field is a productive birding destination in California, with 261 species recorded on eBird. This grassland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Greater Scaup 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

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

3/6/2026Sunset District--Sunset Blvd. from Sloat to Lincoln(37.7554,-122.4951)1 observed

Black-throated Gray Warbler

Setophaga nigrescens

3/6/2026Golden Gate Park--Elk Glen Lake1 observed

White-tailed Kite

Elanus leucurus

3/6/2026Candlestick Pt. State Rec. Area - long traveling lists - use specific hotspot where appropriate1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/6/2026Coyote Point County Park1 observed

Williamson's Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus thyroideus

3/6/2026University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley US-CA (37.8675,-122.2612)1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/6/2026Golden Gate Park--McLaren Lodge/Horseshoe Pits/Northeast Entrance1 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

3/6/2026Golden Gate Park--Arboretum (San Francisco Botanical Garden)1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/6/2026Redwood Regional Park--Canyon Meadow area4 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (pugetensis)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/6/2026Corona Heights Park8 observed

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

3/5/2026South Richmond Marshes (Stege, Hoffman) and Meeker Slough17 observed

Harris's Sparrow

Zonotrichia querula

3/5/2026Santa Venetia Marsh Preserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

3/1/2026

Mallard

3/1/2026

Greater Scaup

3/1/2026

Bufflehead

3/1/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

3/1/2026

American Coot

3/1/2026

Killdeer

3/1/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

3/1/2026

Snowy Egret

3/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

3/1/2026

Brown Pelican

3/1/2026

American Crow

3/1/2026

European Starling

3/1/2026

American Robin

3/1/2026

House Finch

3/1/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

3/1/2026

Song Sparrow

3/1/2026

Western Meadowlark

3/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

52/22/2026

California Towhee

12/22/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Presidio - Crissy Field for birding?
The best months to visit Presidio - Crissy Field for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Presidio - Crissy Field?
Notable species at Presidio - Crissy Field include Canada Goose, Mallard, Greater Scaup, Bufflehead, Anna's Hummingbird. The area supports grassland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Presidio - Crissy Field?
Birding at Presidio - Crissy Field is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Presidio - Crissy Field?
Presidio - Crissy Field offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.