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Success Lake - Tule & Rocky Hill Areas/CA-190 viewing locations

California · Southwest

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Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Success Lake - Tule & Rocky Hill Areas/CA-190 viewing locations is a productive birding destination in California, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada GooseNorthern ShovelerGadwallAmerican WigeonCommon Merganser

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Forster's Tern

85/29/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

35/25/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

115/25/2026

Canada Goose

45/21/2026

Killdeer

15/21/2026

White-tailed Kite

15/21/2026

Black Phoebe

15/21/2026

Common Raven

25/21/2026

Cliff Swallow

165/21/2026

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.

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Success Lake - Tule & Rocky Hill Areas/CA-190 viewing locations for birding?▼
The best months to visit Success Lake - Tule & Rocky Hill Areas/CA-190 viewing locations for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Success Lake - Tule & Rocky Hill Areas/CA-190 viewing locations?▼
Notable species at Success Lake - Tule & Rocky Hill Areas/CA-190 viewing locations include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Common Merganser. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Success Lake - Tule & Rocky Hill Areas/CA-190 viewing locations?▼
Birding at Success Lake - Tule & Rocky Hill Areas/CA-190 viewing locations is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Success Lake - Tule & Rocky Hill Areas/CA-190 viewing locations?▼
Success Lake - Tule & Rocky Hill Areas/CA-190 viewing locations offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.