San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road

California · Southwest

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Habitat

CoastalWetland

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road is a productive birding destination in California, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and wetland habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon, and Canvasback among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Northern Shoveler American Wigeon Canvasback Anna's Hummingbird American Avocet

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

4/17/2026Napa Ridge (Napa County) - Private1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

4/17/2026Ellis Creek Water Recycling Facility1 observed

MacGillivray's Warbler

Geothlypis tolmiei

4/17/2026Skyline Wilderness Park1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

4/17/2026Rush Creek OSP--Cemetery Marsh1 observed

Laughing Gull

Leucophaeus atricilla

4/17/2026Bolinas Lagoon1 observed

Lawrence's Goldfinch

Spinus lawrencei

4/17/2026Napa Ridge (Private)1 observed

Hermit Warbler

Setophaga occidentalis

4/17/2026Napa Ridge (Private)6 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

4/17/2026Five Brooks Pond1 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

4/16/20261547–1621 Partrick Rd, Napa US-CA 38.31420, -122.364441 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

4/16/2026Carquinez Heights (officially Crystal Pointe) Overlook7 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

4/16/20262133–2199 Partrick Rd, Napa US-CA 38.32172, -122.387261 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

4/16/20262133–2199 Partrick Rd, Napa US-CA 38.32172, -122.387261 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Shoveler

34/16/2026

Gadwall

24/16/2026

Mallard

14/16/2026

Green-winged Teal

124/16/2026

California Quail

44/16/2026

Black-bellied Plover

24/16/2026

Marbled Godwit

124/16/2026

Long-billed Dowitcher

764/16/2026

Willet

124/16/2026

Dunlin

1774/16/2026

Least Sandpiper

8704/16/2026

Western Sandpiper

24/16/2026

Caspian Tern

34/16/2026

Forster's Tern

24/16/2026

Western Grebe

24/16/2026

Northern Harrier

14/16/2026

Barn Swallow

34/16/2026

Marsh Wren

54/16/2026

Northern Mockingbird

14/16/2026

House Finch

34/16/2026

Birding Tips

1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

Auto Tour Route

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road for birding?▼

The best months to visit San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road?▼

Notable species at San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road include Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon, Canvasback, Anna's Hummingbird, American Avocet. The area supports coastal, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road?▼

Birding at San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road?▼

San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.