Tahoe Marsh - via San Francisco Avenue

California · Southwest

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Habitat

Wetland

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Tahoe Marsh - via San Francisco Avenue is a productive birding destination in California, with 237 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Gadwall, and Mallard 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 Goose Gadwall Mallard Bufflehead Hooded Merganser

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Pacific Wren

Troglodytes pacificus

7/18/2026Emigrant Creek3 observed

Townsend's Warbler

Setophaga townsendi

7/18/2026Wrights Lake--vicinity1 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

7/18/2026Blackwood Creek, Homewood US-CA (39.1054,-120.1964)1 observed

Hermit Warbler

Setophaga occidentalis

7/17/2026Tahoe Rim Trail, Stateline US-NV (38.9630,-119.8984)1 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

7/16/2026Blackwood Canyon (Hwy 89 to Barker Pass Rd. Bridge)1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

7/14/2026Lyons Creek Trail1 observed

Brewer's Sparrow

Spizella breweri

7/10/2026Kirkwood--Danburg Dr. trail1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

7/9/2026Tahoe Basin--Meiss area (APL Co.)2 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

7/6/2026Lake Forest Beach Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

47/18/2026

Mallard

87/18/2026

Common Merganser

147/18/2026

Mourning Dove

17/18/2026

Killdeer

27/18/2026

Long-billed Curlew

17/18/2026

Marbled Godwit

237/18/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

27/18/2026

California Gull

27/18/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

87/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/18/2026

American White Pelican

57/18/2026

Osprey

17/18/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/18/2026

Red-breasted Sapsucker

17/18/2026

Downy Woodpecker

27/18/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/18/2026

White-headed Woodpecker

17/18/2026

Northern Flicker

37/18/2026

Birding Tips

1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
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 Tahoe Marsh - via San Francisco Avenue for birding?▼

The best months to visit Tahoe Marsh - via San Francisco Avenue for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Tahoe Marsh - via San Francisco Avenue?▼

Notable species at Tahoe Marsh - via San Francisco Avenue include Canada Goose, Gadwall, Mallard, Bufflehead, Hooded Merganser. The area supports wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Tahoe Marsh - via San Francisco Avenue?▼

Birding at Tahoe Marsh - via San Francisco Avenue is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Tahoe Marsh - via San Francisco Avenue?▼

Tahoe Marsh - via San Francisco Avenue offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.