Folsom Lake State Recreation Area - Granite Bay Launch Ramp vicinity

California · Southwest

Habitat
CoastalLake
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Folsom Lake State Recreation Area - Granite Bay Launch Ramp vicinity is a productive birding destination in California, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Mourning Dove 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

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

3/3/2026Auburn SRA--Catecroft Lane trailhead1 observed

White-throated Swift

Aeronautes saxatalis

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

23/2/2026

Mallard

23/2/2026

Mourning Dove

23/2/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

23/2/2026

Killdeer

33/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

73/2/2026

California Gull

433/2/2026

Western Grebe

13/2/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/2/2026

Turkey Vulture

53/2/2026

Bald Eagle

43/2/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

23/2/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

43/2/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

13/2/2026

Northern Flicker

23/2/2026

Black Phoebe

13/2/2026

Hutton's Vireo

13/2/2026

California Scrub-Jay

23/2/2026

American Crow

23/2/2026

Common Raven

13/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Folsom Lake State Recreation Area - Granite Bay Launch Ramp vicinity for birding?
The best months to visit Folsom Lake State Recreation Area - Granite Bay Launch Ramp vicinity for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Folsom Lake State Recreation Area - Granite Bay Launch Ramp vicinity?
Notable species at Folsom Lake State Recreation Area - Granite Bay Launch Ramp vicinity include Canada Goose, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Anna's Hummingbird, Killdeer. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Folsom Lake State Recreation Area - Granite Bay Launch Ramp vicinity?
Birding at Folsom Lake State Recreation Area - Granite Bay Launch Ramp vicinity is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Folsom Lake State Recreation Area - Granite Bay Launch Ramp vicinity?
Folsom Lake State Recreation Area - Granite Bay Launch Ramp vicinity offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.