Corte Madera Marsh

California · Southwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Corte Madera Marsh is a productive birding destination in California, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, 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

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

3/6/2026Sunset Blvd. at Quintara St. intersection and vicinity1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

3/6/2026Candlestick Pt. State Rec. Area - long traveling lists - use specific hotspot where appropriate2 observed

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

3/6/2026Carquinez Heights overlook1 observed

Williamson's Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus thyroideus

3/6/2026University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley US-CA (37.8675,-122.2612)1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/6/2026Golden Gate Park--McLaren Lodge/Horseshoe Pits/Northeast Entrance1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (pugetensis)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/6/2026Corona Heights Park8 observed

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

3/5/2026South Richmond Marshes (Stege, Hoffman) and Meeker Slough17 observed

Harris's Sparrow

Zonotrichia querula

3/5/2026Santa Venetia Marsh Preserve1 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/5/2026Amador Street - fennel/willow patch and adjoining fields 37.74489, -122.379561 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

3/5/2026Ballena Bay1 observed

Common Murre

Uria aalge

3/5/2026Cesar Chavez Park1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

3/5/2026Booker T Anderson Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Shoveler

103/4/2026

Gadwall

213/4/2026

American Wigeon

333/4/2026

Mallard

43/4/2026

Green-winged Teal

343/4/2026

Canvasback

63/4/2026

Bufflehead

43/4/2026

Hooded Merganser

23/4/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

13/4/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

73/4/2026

Ridgway's Rail

53/4/2026

Virginia Rail

13/4/2026

American Coot

283/4/2026

Black-necked Stilt

143/4/2026

Killdeer

63/4/2026

Long-billed Curlew

33/4/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

73/4/2026

Least Sandpiper

503/4/2026

Caspian Tern

13/4/2026

Clark's Grebe

13/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Corte Madera Marsh for birding?
The best months to visit Corte Madera Marsh for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Corte Madera Marsh?
Notable species at Corte Madera Marsh include Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Corte Madera Marsh?
Birding at Corte Madera Marsh is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Corte Madera Marsh?
Corte Madera Marsh offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.