Sunnyvale Baylands Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Sunnyvale Baylands Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 238 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Cinnamon Teal, and Northern Shoveler 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

Pacific Golden-Plover

Pluvialis fulva

3/6/2026Don Edwards NWR--Env. Ed. Ctr. (EEC) and nearby upland areas1 observed

Lawrence's Goldfinch

Spinus lawrencei

3/6/2026Ed Levin CP--Spring Valley area4 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/5/2026Lone Hill Park3 observed

Ferruginous Hawk

Buteo regalis

3/5/2026Big Basin SP--China Grade (north of Highway 236)1 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

3/5/2026Oracle Pond (pond area only) along Marine Pkwy1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/5/2026Belmont Slough--slough along Oracle Pkwy and area behind Oracle1 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

3/5/2026Salt Pond A121 observed

Cassin's Kingbird

Tyrannus vociferans

3/5/2026Pacific Commons Linear Park2 observed

Blue-winged Teal x Northern Shoveler (hybrid)

Spatula discors x clypeata

3/5/2026Palo Alto Baylands1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle x Audubon's)

Setophaga coronata

3/4/2026Thousand Oaks Park (SCL Co.)1 observed

Black-headed Grosbeak

Pheucticus melanocephalus

3/4/2026Loop trail1 observed

Black Oystercatcher

Haematopus bachmani

3/3/2026Charleston Slough/Coast Casey Forebay1 observed

Song Sparrow (heermanni Group)

Melospiza melodia

3/3/2026Sanborn CP--John Nicholas Trail

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

73/5/2026

Northern Shoveler

503/5/2026

Gadwall

33/5/2026

American Wigeon

43/5/2026

Mallard

153/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

23/5/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

43/5/2026

American Coot

203/5/2026

Black-necked Stilt

503/5/2026

Killdeer

103/5/2026

Wilson's Snipe

23/5/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

23/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/5/2026

Great Egret

13/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/5/2026

White-tailed Kite

23/5/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

23/5/2026

American Kestrel

23/5/2026

Black Phoebe

43/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sunnyvale Baylands Park for birding?
The best months to visit Sunnyvale Baylands Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Sunnyvale Baylands Park?
Notable species at Sunnyvale Baylands Park include Canada Goose, Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sunnyvale Baylands Park?
Birding at Sunnyvale Baylands Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Sunnyvale Baylands Park?
Sunnyvale Baylands Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.