Urban Park birding habitat

William R Mason Regional Park, Irvine

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

William R Mason Regional Park, Irvine is a productive birding destination in California, with 265 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Egyptian Goose, 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

White-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta carolinensis

7/21/2026Sea Terrace Community Park2 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

7/21/2026William R Mason Regional Park--east side1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

7/21/2026Carbon Canyon Regional Park1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

7/21/2026William R Mason Regional Park, Irvine3 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/21/2026William R Mason Regional Park, Irvine1 observed

Western Screech-Owl

Megascops kennicottii

7/21/2026Aliso and Wood Canyons WP -- Wood Canyon Trail2 observed

Oak Titmouse

Baeolophus inornatus

7/21/2026Aliso and Wood Canyons WP -- Wood Canyon Trail2 observed

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

7/21/2026Aliso and Wood Canyons WP -- Wood Canyon Trail8 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

7/20/2026San Gabriel River--Willow to 7th St.1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

7/20/2026IRWD San Joaquin Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary1 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

7/20/2026Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve1 observed

Mitred Parakeet

Psittacara mitratus

7/20/2026Santa Ana River--Adams Ave. to Gisler Ave.2 observed

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

7/20/2026Newport Coast Drive above Marriott1 observed

Loggerhead Shrike

Lanius ludovicianus

7/20/2026Talbert Regional Park (North)1 observed

Western x Clark's Grebe (hybrid)

Aechmophorus occidentalis x clarkii

7/20/2026IRWD San Joaquin Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

687/21/2026

Mallard

327/21/2026

Ruddy Duck

27/21/2026

Mourning Dove

37/21/2026

White-throated Swift

17/21/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

27/21/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

67/21/2026

American Coot

47/21/2026

Black Skimmer

57/21/2026

Caspian Tern

57/21/2026

Forster's Tern

27/21/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

227/21/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

87/21/2026

White-faced Ibis

57/21/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

17/21/2026

Snowy Egret

27/21/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/21/2026

Cooper's Hawk

17/21/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/21/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

27/21/2026

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