Urban Park birding habitat

Sunset Park

Nevada · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Sunset Park is a productive birding destination in Nevada, with 272 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Cinnamon Teal, and American Wigeon 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

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

Zone-tailed Hawk

Buteo albonotatus

6/12/2026spring mountain1 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

American Crow

Corvus brachyrhynchos

6/9/2026W Grand Teton Dr, Las Vegas US-NV (36.3051,-115.2601)1 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

6/8/2026Red Rock Canyon NCA--Late Night Trailhead1 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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Greater White-fronted Goose

16/18/2026

Canada Goose

126/18/2026

Mallard

56/18/2026

Rock Pigeon

506/18/2026

Greater Roadrunner

16/18/2026

American Coot

46/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

46/18/2026

Verdin

36/18/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

26/18/2026

Phainopepla

16/18/2026

Redhead

26/16/2026

Ruddy Duck

36/16/2026

Mourning Dove

126/16/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

26/16/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

26/16/2026

Costa's Hummingbird

16/16/2026

Killdeer

26/16/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

16/16/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

16/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

16/16/2026

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