Lake birding habitat

Spring Lake Regional Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Spring Lake Regional Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Bufflehead 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

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

4/17/2026Ellis Creek Water Recycling Facility1 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

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

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/16/2026Napa River Ecological Reserve1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

4/15/2026Aetna Springs Rd.--upper2 observed

Common Black x Red-shouldered Hawk (hybrid)

Buteogallus anthracinus x Buteo lineatus

4/13/2026Santa Rosa Creek Trail and Delta Pond (west of Willowside Rd)1 observed

Lazuli Bunting

Passerina amoena

4/12/2026Partrick Road - 38.316x-122.3791 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

4/9/2026Craftsman Inn Calistoga1 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

4/8/2026Orr Ranch Rd2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cackling Goose

24/17/2026

Canada Goose

324/17/2026

Mallard

24/17/2026

Wild Turkey

84/17/2026

Band-tailed Pigeon

24/17/2026

Mourning Dove

14/17/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

24/17/2026

Killdeer

14/17/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

14/17/2026

Great Egret

24/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

24/17/2026

Turkey Vulture

24/17/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

24/17/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

34/17/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/17/2026

Black Phoebe

44/17/2026

Western Warbling Vireo

34/17/2026

Steller's Jay

34/17/2026

California Scrub-Jay

14/17/2026

American Crow

44/17/2026

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 Spring Lake Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Spring Lake Regional Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Spring Lake Regional Park?
Notable species at Spring Lake Regional Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Bufflehead, Killdeer, Double-crested Cormorant. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Spring Lake Regional Park?
Birding at Spring Lake Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Spring Lake Regional Park?
Spring Lake Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.