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

Loggerhead Shrike

Lanius ludovicianus

6/2/2026Carmody Rd S1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

6/2/2026Roy's Redwoods Preserve2 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

6/2/2026Newell Open Space1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

6/2/2026Las Gallinas Valley Sanitary District1 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

6/1/2026Mare Island San Pablo Bay Hiking Trail2 observed

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

5/31/2026San Francisco Bay Trail, American Canyon, California, US (38.186, -122.283)1 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

5/30/2026Petaluma High School, Wildlife Museum And Track1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/30/2026American Canyon Wetlands--Green Island Lagoon1 observed

Glaucous x Glaucous-winged Gull (hybrid)

Larus hyperboreus x glaucescens

5/29/2026Lone Tree Point1 observed

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

5/29/2026Shollenberger Wetland40 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

5/28/2026Lone Tree Point3 observed

Western Sandpiper

Calidris mauri

5/26/2026Lone Tree Point20 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

California Quail

265/31/2026

Rock Pigeon

15/31/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

25/31/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

25/31/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

25/31/2026

Black Phoebe

45/31/2026

Common Raven

15/31/2026

Tree Swallow

145/31/2026

Barn Swallow

55/31/2026

Cliff Swallow

25/31/2026

Bushtit

35/31/2026

European Starling

55/31/2026

House Finch

125/31/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

45/31/2026

Savannah Sparrow

35/31/2026

Song Sparrow

85/31/2026

California Towhee

35/31/2026

Western Meadowlark

45/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

5/31/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

35/31/2026

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.