Sacramento County Bufferlands (limited access)

California · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Sacramento County Bufferlands (limited access) is a productive birding destination in California, with 231 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Mallard 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

Red-winged Blackbird (Red-winged)

Agelaius phoeniceus

3/6/2026Staten Island100 observed

Ruff

Calidris pugnax

3/5/2026Cosumnes River Preserve1 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

3/5/2026MY PIT (for BIG SIT DATA)1 observed

Western Sandpiper

Calidris mauri

3/4/2026Bruceville Road2 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/3/2026Bridgeway Island Pond1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

3/2/2026Courtland Bottlebrush-Washington Ave1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

3/2/2026Davis Wetlands1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

123/5/2026

Wood Duck

23/5/2026

Mallard

23/5/2026

Mourning Dove

53/5/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

253/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

23/5/2026

American White Pelican

133/5/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

13/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

33/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Northern Flicker

33/5/2026

Black Phoebe

23/5/2026

California Scrub-Jay

13/5/2026

American Crow

23/5/2026

Tree Swallow

353/5/2026

Bushtit

43/5/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

53/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/5/2026

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 Sacramento County Bufferlands (limited access) for birding?
The best months to visit Sacramento County Bufferlands (limited access) for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Sacramento County Bufferlands (limited access)?
Notable species at Sacramento County Bufferlands (limited access) include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Anna's Hummingbird. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sacramento County Bufferlands (limited access)?
Birding at Sacramento County Bufferlands (limited access) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Sacramento County Bufferlands (limited access)?
Sacramento County Bufferlands (limited access) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.