Atwater Village

California · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Atwater Village is a productive birding destination in California, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Canada Goose, Egyptian Goose, and Gadwall 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

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

3/5/2026Doris Japanese Garden2 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/5/2026Athens Park1 observed

Thick-billed Kingbird

Tyrannus crassirostris

3/5/2026Griffith Park--Mineral Wells Trail1 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/5/2026San Gabriel Coastal Basin Spreading Grounds1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/5/2026Griffith Park--Mineral Wells Trail1 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

3/4/2026Earvin Magic Johnson Park1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

3/4/2026Earvin Magic Johnson Park1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/4/2026Belvedere Park Lake1 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

3/3/2026UC Los Angeles--William Andrews Clark Memorial Library1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

83/5/2026

Egyptian Goose

43/5/2026

Gadwall

13/5/2026

American Wigeon

203/5/2026

Mallard

403/5/2026

Rock Pigeon

303/5/2026

White-throated Swift

13/5/2026

Black-necked Stilt

223/5/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

23/5/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

33/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/5/2026

Western Gull

23/5/2026

White-faced Ibis

93/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

33/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/5/2026

Black Phoebe

13/5/2026

American Crow

23/5/2026

Common Raven

63/5/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

23/5/2026

Barn Swallow

23/5/2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Atwater Village for birding?
The best months to visit Atwater Village for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Atwater Village?
Notable species at Atwater Village include Canada Goose, Egyptian Goose, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Atwater Village?
Birding at Atwater Village is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Atwater Village?
Atwater Village offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.