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Desert National Wildlife Refuge - Corn Creek (Field Station)

Nevada · Southwest

Habitat
DesertRiver/RiparianGrassland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, sunrise to sunset

About This Location

Desert National Wildlife Refuge - Corn Creek (Field Station) is a productive birding destination in Nevada, with 320 species recorded on eBird. This desert and river/riparian habitat attracts Sharp-shinned Hawk, Black Phoebe, and Common Raven 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

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

4/20/2026Spring Mountains NRA--Lee Canyon1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

4/19/2026Desert NWR--Corn Creek (Field Station)1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

4/18/2026Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs1 observed

Rock Pigeon

Columba livia

4/16/2026Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs8 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

4/15/2026Desert NWR--Corn Creek (Field Station)1 observed

American Crow

Corvus brachyrhynchos

4/14/2026Desert NWR--Corn Creek (Field Station)1 observed

Lazuli Bunting

Passerina amoena

4/12/2026Desert NWR--Corn Creek (Field Station)1 observed

Black-headed Grosbeak

Pheucticus melanocephalus

4/12/2026Desert NWR--Corn Creek (Field Station)1 observed

Virginia's Warbler

Leiothlypis virginiae

4/10/2026Desert NWR--Corn Creek (Field Station)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Flicker

14/20/2026

Common Raven

14/20/2026

Mountain Chickadee

34/20/2026

Violet-green Swallow

54/20/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

34/20/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/20/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

24/20/2026

Black-throated Gray Warbler

14/20/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

24/20/2026

Mourning Dove

14/20/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

14/20/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

14/20/2026

Bell's Vireo

14/20/2026

Verdin

64/20/2026

American Robin

14/20/2026

House Finch

24/20/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

24/20/2026

Chipping Sparrow

14/20/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

64/20/2026

Bullock's Oriole

44/20/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.

  2. 2

    Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

  4. 4

    Stop at the visitor center for current bird sighting reports and trail maps.

  5. 5

    Check the refuge website for seasonal road and trail closures before visiting.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Desert National Wildlife Refuge - Corn Creek (Field Station) for birding?
The best months to visit Desert National Wildlife Refuge - Corn Creek (Field Station) for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Desert National Wildlife Refuge - Corn Creek (Field Station)?
Notable species at Desert National Wildlife Refuge - Corn Creek (Field Station) include Sharp-shinned Hawk, Black Phoebe, Common Raven, Verdin, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove, Anna's Hummingbird, American Robin, House Finch, White-crowned Sparrow, Orange-crowned Warbler. The area supports desert, river/riparian, grassland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Desert National Wildlife Refuge - Corn Creek (Field Station)?
Birding at Desert National Wildlife Refuge - Corn Creek (Field Station) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Desert National Wildlife Refuge - Corn Creek (Field Station)?
There is no entrance fee at Desert National Wildlife Refuge - Corn Creek (Field Station). Hours: Open daily, sunrise to sunset.
What amenities are available at Desert National Wildlife Refuge - Corn Creek (Field Station)?
Desert National Wildlife Refuge - Corn Creek (Field Station) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.