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Birding Near Sacramento, CA

30 birding locations within 50 miles

California · United States

30

Locations

60+

Species

8

Habitats

3

Peak Seasons

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Birding Locations Near Sacramento

Coastal birding habitat

California

5.3 mi away

Challenging

Bridgeway Island Pond

Coastal birding hotspot in California with 215 recorded species.

CoastalLakeFallWinter
circa 1865: The Merced River and Yosemite Falls in California Original Artwork: Lithograph by Currier and Ives (Photo by MPI/Getty Images)

California

7.1 mi away

Moderate

Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area

Wetland birding hotspot in California with 277 recorded species.

WetlandFallWinter
Wetland birding habitat

California

7.7 mi away

Moderate

Babel Slough

Wetland birding hotspot in California with 219 recorded species.

WetlandFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

California

7.7 mi away

Moderate

Davis Wetlands

Desert birding hotspot in California with 241 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
River/Riparian birding habitat

California

7.7 mi away

Moderate

Putah Creek Sinks

River/Riparian birding hotspot in California with 200 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

California

8.8 mi away

Easy

American River Parkway - William B Pond Rec Area

Lake birding hotspot in California with 224 recorded species.

LakeRiver/RiparianFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

California

9.5 mi away

Moderate

Sacramento County Bufferlands (limited access)

Desert birding hotspot in California with 231 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

California

9.5 mi away

Moderate

Davis WTP

Desert birding hotspot in California with 215 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

California

13.0 mi away

Moderate

Mather Lake

Lake birding hotspot in California with 201 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
a bird sitting on a branch in a field

California

13.3 mi away

Moderate

Woodland WTP

Forest birding hotspot in California with 224 recorded species.

ForestFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

California

13.8 mi away

Moderate

North Area Drainage Pond

Lake birding hotspot in California with 219 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
River/Riparian birding habitat

California

14.4 mi away

Easy

American River Parkway - Sailor Bar

River/Riparian birding hotspot in California with 218 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter
A sun-dappled path through a sparse desert forest.

California

16.7 mi away

Moderate

Putah Creek Riparian Reserve

River/Riparian birding hotspot in California with 227 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

California

20.1 mi away

Moderate

Folsom Lake State Recreation Area - Beals Point

Lake birding hotspot in California with 223 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

California

21.4 mi away

Moderate

Folsom Lake State Recreation Area - Folsom Point

Lake birding hotspot in California with 210 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
Beautiful view of a majestic river with lush green hills during bright day sunlight, beauty in nature concept.

California

22.0 mi away

Moderate

Cosumnes River Preserve

River/Riparian birding hotspot in California with 255 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter
Coastal birding habitat

California

22.1 mi away

Moderate

Folsom Lake State Recreation Area - Granite Bay Launch Ramp vicinity

Coastal birding hotspot in California with 202 recorded species.

CoastalLakeFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

California

22.6 mi away

Moderate

Orr Ranch (limited access)

Desert birding hotspot in California with 209 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Forest birding habitat

California

22.6 mi away

Moderate

Cosumnes River Preserve - Tall Forest (limited access)

Forest birding hotspot in California with 228 recorded species.

ForestRiver/RiparianFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

California

25.2 mi away

Moderate

Bobelaine Audubon Sanctuary

Desert birding hotspot in California with 206 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Coastal birding habitat

California

26.2 mi away

Challenging

Staten Island

Coastal birding hotspot in California with 232 recorded species.

CoastalFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

California

29.5 mi away

Moderate

Woodbridge Rd (W of I-5)

Desert birding hotspot in California with 200 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

California

29.5 mi away

Easy

Lake Solano County Park

Lake birding hotspot in California with 223 recorded species.

LakeUrban ParkFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

California

31.7 mi away

Moderate

Lodi Lake Nature Area

Lake birding hotspot in California with 219 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
Wetland birding habitat

California

32.9 mi away

Easy

Lagoon Valley Park and Pena Adobe Historical Area

Wetland birding hotspot in California with 224 recorded species.

WetlandUrban ParkFallWinter
Coastal birding habitat

California

38.1 mi away

Challenging

Sherman Island

Coastal birding hotspot in California with 208 recorded species.

CoastalFallWinter
Coastal birding habitat

California

38.8 mi away

Challenging

Bethel Island

Coastal birding hotspot in California with 233 recorded species.

CoastalFallWinter
Coastal birding habitat

California

40.0 mi away

Challenging

Grizzly Island Wildlife Area

Coastal birding hotspot in California with 219 recorded species.

CoastalWetlandFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

California

41.6 mi away

Moderate

Ironhouse Sanitary District

Desert birding hotspot in California with 203 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

California

42.2 mi away

Moderate

Holland Tract

Desert birding hotspot in California with 205 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter

Top Species Near Sacramento

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

Canada GooseBlue-winged TealCinnamon TealGadwallMallardGreater White-fronted GooseCommon MerganserRock PigeonDouble-crested CormorantTurkey VultureWild TurkeyGreat EgretGreat Blue HeronWhite-tailed KiteGreat Horned OwlAmerican CrowMourning DoveRed-tailed HawkNuttall's WoodpeckerSnow GooseRoss's GooseBelted KingfisherYellow WarblerSong SparrowCedar Waxwing+35 more

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Lake9 locations
Desert8 locations
Chaparral8 locations
Coastal6 locations
River/Riparian6 locations
Wetland4 locations
Forest2 locations
Urban Park2 locations

Best Seasons:

Spring30 locations
Fall30 locations
Winter30 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near Sacramento, CA?▼
Top birding locations within 50 miles of Sacramento include Bridgeway Island Pond, Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area, Babel Slough, Davis Wetlands, Putah Creek Sinks. These spots offer coastal, lake, wetland habitats.
What birds can I see near Sacramento?▼
Birders near Sacramento can spot species including Canada Goose, Blue-winged Teal, Cinnamon Teal, Gadwall, Mallard, Greater White-fronted Goose, Common Merganser, Rock Pigeon. The area's 8 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near Sacramento?▼
The best seasons for birding near Sacramento are Spring and Fall and Winter. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near Sacramento?▼
There are 30 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Sacramento, CA, ranging from 5.3 to 42.2 miles from the city center.

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