Carbon Canyon Regional Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
CanyonUrban Park
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Carbon Canyon Regional Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This canyon and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Egyptian Goose, and Mallard 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

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

3/6/2026San Joaquin WS - Pond 11 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

3/6/2026San Joaquin Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Pond 42 observed

Brandt's Cormorant

Urile penicillatus

3/6/2026IRWD San Joaquin Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary, Irvine1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

3/6/2026Chino Creek Wetlands6 observed

Red-whiskered Bulbul

Pycnonotus jocosus

3/5/2026Skyline Drive at Miramar Drive (Fullerton)2 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

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

Western Flycatcher (Pacific-slope)

Empidonax difficilis

3/5/2026William R Mason Regional Park, Irvine1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

3/5/2026William R Mason Regional Park, Irvine1 observed

Green-tailed Towhee

Pipilo chlorurus

3/5/2026Pomona College1 observed

Black-chinned Sparrow

Spizella atrogularis

3/5/2026Williams Canyon, Orange County1 observed

Plumbeous Vireo

Vireo plumbeus

3/5/2026La Palma Central Park1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/4/2026Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley1 observed

Ridgway's Rail

Rallus obsoletus

3/4/2026UC Natural Reserve System Ponds 4-112 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

43/2/2026

Egyptian Goose

63/2/2026

Mallard

73/2/2026

Ruddy Duck

123/2/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/2/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

23/2/2026

American Coot

303/2/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/2/2026

Snowy Egret

13/2/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

23/2/2026

Black Phoebe

23/2/2026

Cassin's Kingbird

13/2/2026

California Scrub-Jay

13/2/2026

American Crow

13/2/2026

European Starling

103/2/2026

Western Bluebird

23/2/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

13/2/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

13/2/2026

Song Sparrow

33/2/2026

California Towhee

43/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for echoing calls of Canyon Wren and other canyon specialties.

  2. 2

    Check rocky ledges and cliff faces for nesting raptors.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Carbon Canyon Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Carbon Canyon Regional Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Carbon Canyon Regional Park?
Notable species at Carbon Canyon Regional Park include Canada Goose, Egyptian Goose, Mallard, Ruddy Duck, Anna's Hummingbird. The area supports canyon, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Carbon Canyon Regional Park?
Birding at Carbon Canyon Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Carbon Canyon Regional Park?
Carbon Canyon Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.