Lake birding habitat

Vasona Lake County Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Vasona Lake County Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Ring-necked Duck 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

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/20/2026Calero Reservoir1 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

7/20/2026UC Santa Cruz--Arboretum4 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

7/20/2026Don Edwards NWR--Mallard Slough1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

7/19/2026Don Edwards NWR--entrance road (Grand Blvd.) between tracks and gate1 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

7/19/2026Don Edwards NWR--entrance road (Grand Blvd.) between tracks and gate1 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

7/19/2026Salt Pond A93 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

7/19/2026Guadalupe River Park1 observed

Elegant Tern

Thalasseus elegans

7/19/2026Stevens Creek delta1 observed

Scaly-breasted Munia

Lonchura punctulata

7/19/2026Santa Clara Valley Water District1 observed

Western Gull

Larus occidentalis

7/19/2026Stevens Creek delta2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

17/19/2026

Mallard

207/19/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

17/19/2026

American Coot

307/19/2026

Forster's Tern

37/19/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

57/19/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

57/19/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/19/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/19/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

27/19/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

17/19/2026

Black Phoebe

37/19/2026

American Crow

57/19/2026

Chestnut-backed Chickadee

27/19/2026

Violet-green Swallow

27/19/2026

Barn Swallow

67/19/2026

Cliff Swallow

57/19/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/19/2026

Bewick's Wren

27/19/2026

European Starling

107/19/2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Vasona Lake County Park for birding?
The best months to visit Vasona Lake County Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Vasona Lake County Park?
Notable species at Vasona Lake County Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Vasona Lake County Park?
Birding at Vasona Lake County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Vasona Lake County Park?
Vasona Lake County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.