Urban Park birding habitat

Yorba Regional Park, Anaheim

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Yorba Regional Park, Anaheim is a productive birding destination in California, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Wood Duck, Mallard, and Spotted Sandpiper 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-tailed Kite

Elanus leucurus

7/9/2026Prado Regional Park3 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

7/9/2026Santa Ana River Trail, Orange US-CA 33.83813, -117.860401 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

7/9/2026Santa Ana River Trail, Orange US-CA 33.83813, -117.860402 observed

Western x Clark's Grebe (hybrid)

Aechmophorus occidentalis x clarkii

7/8/2026IRWD San Joaquin Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary2 observed

Mitred Parakeet

Psittacara mitratus

7/8/2026Broadway in Costa Mesa2 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

7/7/2026Ralph B. Clark Regional Park, Buena Park1 observed

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

7/7/2026San Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary--Fledgling Loop Trail1 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

7/7/2026Ontario--7th Street settling ponds6 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

7/6/2026Toll Roads 241/133 Interchange1 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

7/6/2026Lower Temescal Creek SAR A-23 92880, Corona US-CA 33.89956, -117.615111 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

7/5/2026California Botanic Garden (formerly Rancho Santa Ana BG)2 observed

Mountain Chickadee

Poecile gambeli

7/5/2026English Springs Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

507/5/2026

Band-tailed Pigeon

17/5/2026

Black Phoebe

57/5/2026

American Crow

67/5/2026

Western Bluebird

57/5/2026

Wood Duck

27/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

17/5/2026

Egyptian Goose

17/1/2026

Mallard

127/1/2026

Snowy Egret

37/1/2026

Green Heron

17/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/1/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

137/1/2026

House Finch

17/1/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

17/1/2026

White-throated Swift

36/27/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

46/27/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

36/27/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

16/27/2026

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 Yorba Regional Park, Anaheim for birding?
The best months to visit Yorba Regional Park, Anaheim for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Yorba Regional Park, Anaheim?
Notable species at Yorba Regional Park, Anaheim include Wood Duck, Mallard, Spotted Sandpiper, Double-crested Cormorant, Snowy Egret. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Yorba Regional Park, Anaheim?
Birding at Yorba Regional Park, Anaheim is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Yorba Regional Park, Anaheim?
Yorba Regional Park, Anaheim offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.