Gray Lodge WA

California · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Gray Lodge WA is a productive birding destination in California, with 248 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Snow Goose, Greater White-fronted Goose, and Wood Duck 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

Yellow-billed Loon

Gavia adamsii

3/3/2026Thermalito Afterbay--south levee (incl. E Hamilton & Larkin Rd)1 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

3/2/2026Gray Lodge WA--Auto Loop (PL15 to PL18)3 observed

California Gull

Larus californicus

3/2/2026Thermalito Afterbay--south levee (incl. E Hamilton & Larkin Rd)1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/1/2026Thermalito Afterbay--Aythya Point (CA Atlas - Biggs CE)1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

3/1/2026Gray Lodge WA--Rutherford Rd. (Check Station to Refuge Office)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

5003/2/2026

Greater White-fronted Goose

2003/2/2026

Wood Duck

53/2/2026

Blue-winged Teal

43/2/2026

Cinnamon Teal

153/2/2026

Northern Shoveler

303/2/2026

Gadwall

203/2/2026

American Wigeon

83/2/2026

Mallard

83/2/2026

Northern Pintail

123/2/2026

Green-winged Teal

53/2/2026

Ring-necked Duck

303/2/2026

Bufflehead

153/2/2026

Common Goldeneye

23/2/2026

Common Merganser

23/2/2026

Ruddy Duck

103/2/2026

California Quail

23/2/2026

Mourning Dove

53/2/2026

Common Gallinule

63/2/2026

American Coot

2003/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.

  2. 2

    Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Gray Lodge WA for birding?
The best months to visit Gray Lodge WA for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Gray Lodge WA?
Notable species at Gray Lodge WA include Snow Goose, Greater White-fronted Goose, Wood Duck, Blue-winged Teal, Cinnamon Teal. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Gray Lodge WA?
Birding at Gray Lodge WA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Gray Lodge WA?
Gray Lodge WA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.