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Birding Near Stockton, CA

30 birding locations within 50 miles

California · United States

30

Locations

55+

Species

8

Habitats

3

Peak Seasons

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Birding Locations Near Stockton

Desert birding habitat

California

3.6 mi away

Moderate

Stockton WTP

Desert birding hotspot in California with 207 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

California

13.4 mi away

Moderate

Lodi Lake Nature Area

Lake birding hotspot in California with 219 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

California

16.1 mi away

Moderate

Holland Tract

Desert birding hotspot in California with 205 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

California

16.6 mi away

Moderate

Woodbridge Rd (W of I-5)

Desert birding hotspot in California with 200 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

California

18.2 mi away

Moderate

Clifton Court Forebay

Desert birding hotspot in California with 248 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Coastal birding habitat

California

19.6 mi away

Challenging

Bethel Island

Coastal birding hotspot in California with 233 recorded species.

CoastalFallWinter
Coastal birding habitat

California

20.5 mi away

Challenging

Staten Island

Coastal birding hotspot in California with 232 recorded species.

CoastalFallWinter
Forest birding habitat

California

21.9 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

22.0 mi away

Moderate

Orr Ranch (limited access)

Desert birding hotspot in California with 209 recorded species.

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

California

22.8 mi away

Moderate

Cosumnes River Preserve

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

River/RiparianFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

California

23.0 mi away

Moderate

Ironhouse Sanitary District

Desert birding hotspot in California with 203 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
River/Riparian birding habitat

California

23.9 mi away

Moderate

San Joaquin River National Wildlife Refuge

River/Riparian birding hotspot in California with 207 recorded species.

River/RiparianWetlandFallWinter
Coastal birding habitat

California

25.0 mi away

Challenging

Sherman Island

Coastal birding hotspot in California with 208 recorded species.

CoastalFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

California

25.8 mi away

Moderate

Pre-Los Vaqueros Reservoir Study Site

Lake birding hotspot in California with 202 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
Urban Park birding habitat

California

34.0 mi away

Easy

Del Valle Regional Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in California with 226 recorded species.

Urban ParkFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

California

35.2 mi away

Moderate

Sacramento County Bufferlands (limited access)

Desert birding hotspot in California with 231 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Urban Park birding habitat

California

36.0 mi away

Easy

Shadow Cliffs Regional Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in California with 200 recorded species.

Urban ParkFallWinter
Wetland birding habitat

California

38.7 mi away

Moderate

Babel Slough

Wetland birding hotspot in California with 219 recorded species.

WetlandFallWinter
Coastal birding habitat

California

39.8 mi away

Challenging

Grizzly Island Wildlife Area

Coastal birding hotspot in California with 219 recorded species.

CoastalWetlandFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

California

41.3 mi away

Moderate

Mather Lake

Lake birding hotspot in California with 201 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
River/Riparian birding habitat

California

42.0 mi away

Moderate

Putah Creek Sinks

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

River/RiparianFallWinter
Coastal birding habitat

California

43.3 mi away

Challenging

Bridgeway Island Pond

Coastal birding hotspot in California with 215 recorded species.

CoastalLakeFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

California

43.5 mi away

Easy

American River Parkway - William B Pond Rec Area

Lake birding hotspot in California with 224 recorded species.

LakeRiver/RiparianFallWinter
Wetland birding habitat

California

44.1 mi away

Moderate

Waterbird Regional Preserve/McNabney Marsh

Wetland birding hotspot in California with 206 recorded species.

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

California

44.8 mi away

Moderate

Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area

Wetland birding hotspot in California with 277 recorded species.

WetlandFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

California

46.3 mi away

Moderate

Lake Elizabeth

Lake birding hotspot in California with 216 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
Urban Park birding habitat

California

46.5 mi away

Easy

Martinez Regional Shoreline Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in California with 218 recorded species.

Urban ParkFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

California

46.7 mi away

Moderate

Ed Levin CP - Sandy Wool-Elm areas

Desert birding hotspot in California with 206 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

California

46.7 mi away

Moderate

Lafayette Reservoir

Lake birding hotspot in California with 204 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
River/Riparian birding habitat

California

46.8 mi away

Easy

American River Parkway - Sailor Bar

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

River/RiparianFallWinter

Top Species Near Stockton

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

Greater White-fronted GooseCanada GooseNorthern ShovelerGadwallMallardCommon GoldeneyeCommon MerganserDouble-crested CormorantMute SwanNorthern PintailSandhill CraneGreater YellowlegsRing-necked PheasantMourning DoveGreater ScaupLesser ScaupBuffleheadSanderlingBrown PelicanOspreyRoyal TernWilletSnow GooseCackling GooseGreen-winged Teal+30 more

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Desert8 locations
Chaparral8 locations
Lake7 locations
River/Riparian6 locations
Coastal5 locations
Wetland5 locations
Urban Park3 locations
Forest1 location

Best Seasons:

Spring30 locations
Fall30 locations
Winter30 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near Stockton, CA?▼
Top birding locations within 50 miles of Stockton include Stockton WTP, Lodi Lake Nature Area, Holland Tract, Woodbridge Rd (W of I-5), Clifton Court Forebay. These spots offer desert, chaparral, lake habitats.
What birds can I see near Stockton?▼
Birders near Stockton can spot species including Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mallard, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser, Double-crested Cormorant. The area's 8 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near Stockton?▼
The best seasons for birding near Stockton are Spring and Fall and Winter. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near Stockton?▼
There are 30 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Stockton, CA, ranging from 3.6 to 46.8 miles from the city center.

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