Hollywood Reservoir

California · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Hollywood Reservoir is a productive birding destination in California, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Cinnamon Teal, Mallard, and Ring-necked 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

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

3/6/2026Doris Japanese Garden1 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

3/6/2026LMU Jesuit Community Chapel, Los Angeles US-CA (33.9717,-118.4183)1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

3/6/2026El Cariso Golf Course, Los Angeles US-CA 34.31373, -118.410262 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/6/2026Kenneth Hahn SRA1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/6/2026Los Angeles River--Soto St.1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/6/2026Belvedere Park Lake1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

3/6/2026Belvedere Park Lake1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/5/2026Athens Park1 observed

Thick-billed Kingbird

Tyrannus crassirostris

3/5/2026Griffith Park--Mineral Wells Trail1 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/5/2026San Gabriel Coastal Basin Spreading Grounds1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/5/2026Griffith Park--Mineral Wells Trail1 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

3/4/2026Earvin Magic Johnson Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cinnamon Teal

33/4/2026

Mallard

33/4/2026

Ring-necked Duck

223/4/2026

Lesser Scaup

103/4/2026

Mourning Dove

23/4/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/4/2026

American Coot

103/4/2026

Western Gull

203/4/2026

California Gull

43/4/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

203/4/2026

Eared Grebe

143/4/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

63/4/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

13/4/2026

Snowy Egret

13/4/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/4/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Northern Flicker

13/4/2026

Black Phoebe

13/4/2026

California Scrub-Jay

43/4/2026

American Crow

143/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hollywood Reservoir for birding?
The best months to visit Hollywood Reservoir for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Hollywood Reservoir?
Notable species at Hollywood Reservoir include Cinnamon Teal, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Lesser Scaup, Mourning Dove. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hollywood Reservoir?
Birding at Hollywood Reservoir is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Hollywood Reservoir?
Hollywood Reservoir offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.