Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery (no birding 8a-5p)

California · Southwest

EasyOfficial Site View on eBird

Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

FallWinterSpring

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open before 8 AM and after 5 PM for birding

About This Location

Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery (no birding 8a-5p) is a productive birding destination in California, with 323 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts White-crowned Sparrow, American Crow, and Western Bluebird among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

White-crowned Sparrow American Crow Western Bluebird Dark-eyed Junco Yellow-rumped Warbler Little Blue Heron Northern Shoveler Gadwall Common Gallinule Hutton's Vireo Rock Pigeon Mourning Dove

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-throated Pipit

Anthus cervinus

3/6/2026Clairemont High School Baseball Field 4150 Ute Dr, San Diego US-CA 32.80807, -117.203011 observed

Hepatic Tanager

Piranga flava

3/6/2026Wing St. Canyon1 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

3/6/2026Seaport Village area1 observed

Bell's Vireo

Vireo bellii

3/6/2026Tijuana River Valley--Bird & Butterfly Garden (Myers Ranch)1 observed

Plumbeous Vireo

Vireo plumbeus

3/6/2026Tijuana River Valley--Bird & Butterfly Garden (Myers Ranch)1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

3/6/2026Larsen Field1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

3/6/2026Kate Sessions Neighborhood Park1 observed

Townsend's x Hermit Warbler (hybrid)

Setophaga townsendi x occidentalis

3/5/2026Spreckels Park & Public Library1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

3/5/2026Harry Griffen Regional Park1 observed

Rock Pigeon

Columba livia

3/5/2026San Diego River mudflats (including Robb Field & Quivira Way)6 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

3/5/2026San Diego Bay NWR--SoCal Saltworks (restricted access)1 observed

Western x Clark's Grebe (hybrid)

Aechmophorus occidentalis x clarkii

3/5/2026San Diego River mudflats (including Robb Field & Quivira Way)1 observed

Short-billed Gull

Larus brachyrhynchus

3/5/2026San Diego River mudflats (including Robb Field & Quivira Way)1 observed

Common Ground Dove

Columbina passerina

3/5/2026Tijuana River Valley--Sunset Ave east of Hollister4 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/5/2026Tijuana River Valley--Sunset Ave east of Hollister1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-tailed Hawk

3/5/2026

American Crow

3/5/2026

Northern Mockingbird

23/5/2026

Western Bluebird

23/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

23/5/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

43/5/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

13/2/2026

Black Phoebe

12/24/2026

Say's Phoebe

32/24/2026

Common Raven

52/23/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

22/23/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

42/23/2026

Bewick's Wren

12/23/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

12/23/2026

Song Sparrow

22/23/2026

Wrentit

12/23/2026

Swinhoe's White-eye

22/23/2026

House Sparrow

2/23/2026

House Finch

2/23/2026

Brant

42/22/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.
4
Check eBird hotspot data before visiting to see recent sightings and what species are being reported.
5
Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

Nearby Attractions

Cabrillo National Monument
Point Loma Tide Pools
Sunset Cliffs

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

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How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

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The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery (no birding 8a-5p) for birding?▼

The best months to visit Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery (no birding 8a-5p) for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery (no birding 8a-5p)?▼

Notable species at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery (no birding 8a-5p) include White-crowned Sparrow, American Crow, Western Bluebird, Dark-eyed Junco, Yellow-rumped Warbler, Little Blue Heron, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Common Gallinule, Hutton's Vireo, Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery (no birding 8a-5p)?▼

Birding at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery (no birding 8a-5p) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

Is there an entrance fee at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery (no birding 8a-5p)?▼

There is no entrance fee at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery (no birding 8a-5p). Hours: Open before 8 AM and after 5 PM for birding.

What amenities are available at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery (no birding 8a-5p)?▼

Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery (no birding 8a-5p) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.