San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence

California · Southwest

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Habitat

River/Riparian

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence is a productive birding destination in California, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Egyptian Goose, Mallard, and Anna's Hummingbird among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Egyptian Goose Mallard Anna's Hummingbird Allen's Hummingbird American Coot

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

7/21/2026Carbon Canyon Regional Park1 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

7/20/2026San Gabriel River--Willow to 7th St.1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

7/19/2026Upper Santa Ana River--Taft Ave. to Lincoln Ave.2 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

7/18/2026La Canada Hummingbird Feeders2 observed

Northern Pygmy-Owl

Glaucidium gnoma

7/17/20262N50 Mt. Lowe Road overlook1 observed

Steller's Jay

Cyanocitta stelleri

7/17/2026Angeles NF--Little Santa Anita Cyn.4 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

7/16/2026Craig Regional Park, Fullerton4 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

67/17/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

17/17/2026

American Coot

27/17/2026

Green Heron

17/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/17/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

17/17/2026

Western Flycatcher

17/17/2026

Black Phoebe

47/17/2026

Bell's Vireo

17/17/2026

Common Raven

27/17/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

27/17/2026

Barn Swallow

27/17/2026

Cliff Swallow

57/17/2026

Bushtit

87/17/2026

Swinhoe's White-eye

47/17/2026

European Starling

27/17/2026

American Robin

27/17/2026

House Sparrow

47/17/2026

House Finch

107/17/2026

California Towhee

37/17/2026

Birding Tips

1
Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.
2
Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.
3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence for birding?▼

The best months to visit San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence?▼

Notable species at San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence include Egyptian Goose, Mallard, Anna's Hummingbird, Allen's Hummingbird, American Coot. The area supports river/riparian habitats.

How difficult is birding at San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence?▼

Birding at San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence?▼

San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.