Urban Park birding habitat

Clark County Wetlands Park - Wells Trailhead

Nevada · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Clark County Wetlands Park - Wells Trailhead is a productive birding destination in Nevada, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Anna's Hummingbird, Canada Goose, and Cinnamon Teal 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

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

6/18/2026Springs Preserve1 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

6/18/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve2 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

6/16/2026Lake Mead NRA--Hoover Dam (AZ)3 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

6/16/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve1 observed

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus americanus

6/15/202689005, Boulder City US-NV 35.93922, -114.824771 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

6/13/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

6/12/2026Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort State Historic Park, Las Vegas US-NV (36.1802,-115.1331)1 observed

Townsend's Warbler

Setophaga townsendi

6/8/2026Backyard Oasis1 observed

Vaux's Swift

Chaetura vauxi

6/7/2026Downtown Las Vegas90 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

6/7/2026Sunset Park1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

6/6/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve1 observed

Sage Thrasher

Oreoscoptes montanus

6/6/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve3 observed

Common Black Hawk

Buteogallus anthracinus

6/6/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

86/14/2026

Gambel's Quail

286/14/2026

White-throated Swift

26/14/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

36/14/2026

American Coot

76/14/2026

White-faced Ibis

306/14/2026

Least Bittern

16/14/2026

Green Heron

16/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

36/14/2026

American Kestrel

16/14/2026

Verdin

136/14/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

146/14/2026

Bushtit

46/14/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

136/14/2026

Black-tailed Gnatcatcher

66/14/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

16/14/2026

Abert's Towhee

56/14/2026

Yellow-breasted Chat

16/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

116/14/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

46/14/2026

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 Clark County Wetlands Park - Wells Trailhead for birding?
The best months to visit Clark County Wetlands Park - Wells Trailhead for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Clark County Wetlands Park - Wells Trailhead?
Notable species at Clark County Wetlands Park - Wells Trailhead include Anna's Hummingbird, Canada Goose, Cinnamon Teal, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Clark County Wetlands Park - Wells Trailhead?
Birding at Clark County Wetlands Park - Wells Trailhead is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Clark County Wetlands Park - Wells Trailhead?
Clark County Wetlands Park - Wells Trailhead offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.