American River Parkway - Sailor Bar

California · Southwest

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

American River Parkway - Sailor Bar is a productive birding destination in California, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Bufflehead 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

Bushtit (Pacific)

Psaltriparus minimus

3/5/2026Loomis Basin Community Park6 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

3/5/2026MY PIT (for BIG SIT DATA)1 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

3/3/2026CA Sacramento, Citrus Heights, Westgate Drive #75551 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/3/20262751 Breen Drive, Rocklin, California, US (38.818, -121.261)3 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

3/3/2026HPV woods1 observed

White-throated Swift

Aeronautes saxatalis

3/2/2026S Shingle Rd, Shingle Springs US-CA (38.6627,-120.9376)1 observed

Pacific Wren

Troglodytes pacificus

3/1/2026Reichmuth Park1 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

2/28/2026Deer Creek Bridge--Latrobe Rd. / Cothrin Ranch Rd.1 observed

Western Gull

Larus occidentalis

2/28/2026Kassis Property--Upper (Meadow), Rancho Cordova1 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

2/21/2026Payen Rd. (SAC Co.)1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

2/21/2026Arden-Arcade US-CA 38.59151, -121.390301 observed

Sandhill Crane (Greater)

Antigone canadensis

2/21/2026S Shingle Rd.--west of Latrobe6 observed

Sandhill Crane (Lesser)

Antigone canadensis

2/21/2026S Shingle Rd.--west of Latrobe1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

43/2/2026

Mallard

43/2/2026

Bufflehead

23/2/2026

Common Goldeneye

23/2/2026

Common Merganser

43/2/2026

Killdeer

13/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/2/2026

Great Egret

13/2/2026

Black Phoebe

23/2/2026

Oak Titmouse

23/2/2026

Tree Swallow

13/2/2026

Bushtit

13/2/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/2/2026

Bewick's Wren

13/2/2026

American Pipit

13/2/2026

Song Sparrow

13/2/2026

Orange-crowned Warbler

13/2/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

23/2/2026

Green Heron

13/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit American River Parkway - Sailor Bar for birding?
The best months to visit American River Parkway - Sailor Bar for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at American River Parkway - Sailor Bar?
Notable species at American River Parkway - Sailor Bar include Canada Goose, Mallard, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at American River Parkway - Sailor Bar?
Birding at American River Parkway - Sailor Bar is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at American River Parkway - Sailor Bar?
American River Parkway - Sailor Bar offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.