West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail

California · Southwest

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail is a productive birding destination in California, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Mallard, Rock Pigeon, and Eurasian Collared-Dove among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

Loading map...

Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/5/2026Athens Park1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

3/5/2026Haster Basin Recreation Area, Garden Grove1 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

3/5/2026Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve1 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

3/5/2026Bolsa Chica--walkbridge/inner bay1 observed

Red-whiskered Bulbul

Pycnonotus jocosus

3/5/2026Skyline Drive at Miramar Drive (Fullerton)2 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/5/2026Craig Regional Park, Fullerton1 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/5/2026San Gabriel Coastal Basin Spreading Grounds1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

3/5/2026Bartlett Park, Huntington Beach1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

3/5/2026Madrona Marsh8 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

3/5/2026Colorado Lagoon2 observed

Plumbeous Vireo

Vireo plumbeus

3/5/2026La Palma Central Park1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/4/2026Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley1 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

3/4/2026Earvin Magic Johnson Park1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

3/4/2026Earvin Magic Johnson Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

133/3/2026

Rock Pigeon

213/3/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

43/3/2026

Mourning Dove

23/3/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

23/3/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

53/3/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

23/3/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/3/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/3/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

33/3/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Northern Flicker

13/3/2026

Black Phoebe

33/3/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

23/3/2026

Cassin's Kingbird

13/3/2026

California Scrub-Jay

33/3/2026

Common Raven

23/3/2026

Bushtit

123/3/2026

Swinhoe's White-eye

33/3/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

33/3/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail for birding?
The best months to visit West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail?
Notable species at West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail include Mallard, Rock Pigeon, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove, Anna's Hummingbird. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail?
Birding at West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail?
West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.