Urban Park birding habitat

Tolay Regional Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Tolay Regional Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 212 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

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

7/15/2026Newell Open Space1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/15/2026Las Gallinas Valley Sanitary District1 observed

Ridgway's Rail

Rallus obsoletus

7/14/2026Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA--Huichica Creek Unit2 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

7/14/2026Shollenberger Park1 observed

Red-winged Blackbird (Red-winged)

Agelaius phoeniceus

7/14/2026Crane Creek Regional Park1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

7/12/2026San Pablo Bay NWR--"Alco Ponds"/South of Hwy 371 observed

Snowy Plover

Anarhynchus nivosus

7/12/2026Bayfront Park (CC Co.)1 observed

Brant

Branta bernicla

7/10/2026Salt Intake - Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA--Napa River Units - Pond 13 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

7/9/2026Landfill Loop Trail1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

7/9/2026Las Gallinas Valley Sanitary District1 observed

Brant (Black)

Branta bernicla

7/8/2026Salt Intake - Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA--Napa River Units - Pond 13 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

California Quail

47/5/2026

Northern Harrier

17/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

27/5/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

17/5/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/5/2026

Black Phoebe

37/5/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

27/5/2026

Western Kingbird

27/5/2026

American Crow

17/5/2026

Common Raven

17/5/2026

Oak Titmouse

17/5/2026

Violet-green Swallow

127/5/2026

Barn Swallow

67/5/2026

Bushtit

47/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/5/2026

Bewick's Wren

17/5/2026

European Starling

17/5/2026

Western Bluebird

47/5/2026

House Finch

27/5/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

17/5/2026

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