Del Valle Regional Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Del Valle Regional Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 226 species recorded on eBird. This urban park 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

Sanderling

Calidris alba

3/6/2026Salt Pond A131 observed

Glaucous x Glaucous-winged Gull (hybrid)

Larus hyperboreus x glaucescens

3/6/2026Salt Pond A131 observed

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted x Red-shafted)

Colaptes auratus

3/6/2026Tesla Rd/Corral Hollow Rd at Carnegie OHV, Alameda Co side1 observed

Pacific Golden-Plover

Pluvialis fulva

3/6/2026Don Edwards NWR--Env. Ed. Ctr. (EEC) and nearby upland areas1 observed

Lawrence's Goldfinch

Spinus lawrencei

3/6/2026Ed Levin CP--Spring Valley area4 observed

Cassin's Kingbird

Tyrannus vociferans

3/6/2026Pacific Commons Linear Park2 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/2/2026Del Valle Regional Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

253/6/2026

Mallard

83/6/2026

Bufflehead

83/6/2026

Common Merganser

63/6/2026

Ruddy Duck

43/6/2026

California Quail

263/6/2026

Wild Turkey

53/6/2026

Mourning Dove

13/6/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

33/6/2026

American Coot

263/6/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

13/6/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

43/6/2026

American White Pelican

13/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

103/6/2026

Bald Eagle

13/6/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

33/6/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

33/6/2026

Black Phoebe

23/6/2026

Steller's Jay

23/6/2026

California Scrub-Jay

33/6/2026

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