Alviso Marina County Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Alviso Marina County Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 234 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Common Goldeneye 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

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/5/2026Lone Hill Park3 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

3/5/2026Oracle Pond (pond area only) along Marine Pkwy1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/5/2026Belmont Slough--slough along Oracle Pkwy and area behind Oracle1 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

3/5/2026Salt Pond A121 observed

Cassin's Kingbird

Tyrannus vociferans

3/5/2026Pacific Commons Linear Park2 observed

Blue-winged Teal x Northern Shoveler (hybrid)

Spatula discors x clypeata

3/5/2026Palo Alto Baylands1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle x Audubon's)

Setophaga coronata

3/4/2026Thousand Oaks Park (SCL Co.)1 observed

Pacific Golden-Plover

Pluvialis fulva

3/4/2026Don Edwards NWR--Pond A161 observed

Lawrence's Goldfinch

Spinus lawrencei

3/4/2026Lone Hill Park2 observed

Black-headed Grosbeak

Pheucticus melanocephalus

3/4/2026Loop trail1 observed

Black Oystercatcher

Haematopus bachmani

3/3/2026Charleston Slough/Coast Casey Forebay1 observed

Song Sparrow (heermanni Group)

Melospiza melodia

3/3/2026Sanborn CP--John Nicholas Trail

Lesser Yellowlegs

Tringa flavipes

3/2/2026Shoreline Park--Shoreline Lake area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

13/4/2026

Mallard

63/4/2026

Common Goldeneye

13/4/2026

Rock Pigeon

103/4/2026

Mourning Dove

13/4/2026

American Coot

13/4/2026

American Avocet

1003/4/2026

Killdeer

13/4/2026

Least Sandpiper

353/4/2026

California Gull

403/4/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/4/2026

Snowy Egret

13/4/2026

Great Egret

23/4/2026

Turkey Vulture

23/4/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/4/2026

Black Phoebe

13/4/2026

Common Raven

23/4/2026

Bushtit

23/4/2026

Marsh Wren

43/4/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/4/2026

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 Alviso Marina County Park for birding?
The best months to visit Alviso Marina County Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Alviso Marina County Park?
Notable species at Alviso Marina County Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Common Goldeneye, Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Alviso Marina County Park?
Birding at Alviso Marina County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Alviso Marina County Park?
Alviso Marina County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.