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

Lawrence's Goldfinch

Spinus lawrencei

6/2/2026Rancho Canada del Oro OSP4 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

6/1/2026Palo Alto Flood Control Basin--E. Bayshore Rd. ponds2 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

6/1/2026Upper Gazos Creek Road1 observed

Varied Thrush

Ixoreus naevius

6/1/2026San Vicente Redwoods (general)1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

5/31/2026Santa Teresa CP--Stile Entrance1 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

5/31/2026678 Benton St, Santa Clara US-CA 37.35229, -121.940641 observed

Cassin's Vireo

Vireo cassinii

5/31/2026Long Ridge OSP--Peter's Creek Trailhead (SM Co.)1 observed

Elegant Tern

Thalasseus elegans

5/31/2026Salt Pond A15 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

5/31/2026Audubon Williams Sisters Ranch (restricted access)1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

5/31/2026Ed Levin CP--Agua Caliente-Tularcitos trails1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

855/30/2026

Mallard

155/30/2026

Ruddy Duck

55/30/2026

Rock Pigeon

175/30/2026

Mourning Dove

15/30/2026

Vaux's Swift

25/30/2026

White-throated Swift

25/30/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

45/30/2026

American Coot

195/30/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

75/30/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/30/2026

Green Heron

15/30/2026

Great Egret

25/30/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/30/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/30/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

25/30/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

25/30/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

25/30/2026

Black Phoebe

75/30/2026

Western Warbling Vireo

25/30/2026

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.