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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

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

8/20/2026Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

8/20/2026Spring Mountains NRA--Deer Creek Picnic Area2 observed

Hepatic Tanager

Piranga flava

8/16/2026Spring Mountains NRA--Deer Creek Picnic Area1 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

8/16/2026Spring Mountains NRA--Deer Creek Picnic Area2 observed

Black-throated Gray x Townsend's Warbler (hybrid)

Setophaga nigrescens x townsendi

8/16/2026Spring Mountains NRA--Deer Creek Picnic Area1 observed

Townsend's Warbler

Setophaga townsendi

8/14/2026Spring Mountains NRA--Deer Creek Picnic Area1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

8/8/2026Spring Mountains NRA--Deer Creek Picnic Area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cinnamon Teal

58/21/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

18/21/2026

Mourning Dove

158/21/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

28/21/2026

Cooper's Hawk

18/21/2026

Northern Harrier

18/21/2026

American Kestrel

18/21/2026

Willow Flycatcher

18/21/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

18/21/2026

Western Kingbird

38/21/2026

Common Raven

88/21/2026

Verdin

28/21/2026

Bank Swallow

28/21/2026

Tree Swallow

18/21/2026

Barn Swallow

18/21/2026

Black-tailed Gnatcatcher

18/21/2026

House Finch

38/21/2026

Brewer's Sparrow

48/21/2026

Black-throated Sparrow

78/21/2026

Bell's Sparrow

28/21/2026

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.