Lake birding habitat

Silverwood Lake

California · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Silverwood Lake is a productive birding destination in California, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and California Quail 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

American Goldfinch

Spinus tristis

7/21/20266472 Seavey Ct, Highland US-CA 34.13627, -117.172081 observed

Allen's Hummingbird

Selasphorus sasin

7/21/20266472 Seavey Ct, Highland US-CA 34.13627, -117.172081 observed

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

7/21/2026Mojave Narrows Regional Park2 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

7/21/2026Mojave Narrows Regional Park20 observed

California Gnatcatcher

Polioptila californica

7/21/20262343 Redwood St, San Bernardino US-CA 34.19470, -117.341731 observed

Greater Roadrunner

Geococcyx californianus

7/20/20266472 Seavey Ct, Highland US-CA 34.13627, -117.172081 observed

Belted Kingfisher

Megaceryle alcyon

7/15/2026Mojave Narrows Regional Park1 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

7/13/2026Lake Arrowhead Village1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

7/12/2026Mojave Narrows Regional Park14 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

7/12/2026Mojave Narrows Regional Park1 observed

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

Dryobates scalaris

7/11/2026Santa Ana River at Greenspot Rd.2 observed

Northern Pygmy-Owl

Glaucidium gnoma

7/9/2026San Antonio Falls Rd.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

California Quail

17/21/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

17/21/2026

Mourning Dove

17/21/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

17/21/2026

Costa's Hummingbird

17/21/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

17/21/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

17/21/2026

Black Phoebe

17/21/2026

Say's Phoebe

17/21/2026

California Scrub-Jay

17/21/2026

American Crow

17/21/2026

Common Raven

17/21/2026

Barn Swallow

17/21/2026

Bushtit

17/21/2026

Wrentit

17/21/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

17/21/2026

California Gnatcatcher

17/21/2026

Bewick's Wren

17/21/2026

California Thrasher

17/21/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Silverwood Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Silverwood Lake for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Silverwood Lake?
Notable species at Silverwood Lake include Canada Goose, Mallard, California Quail, American Coot, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Silverwood Lake?
Birding at Silverwood Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Silverwood Lake?
Silverwood Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.