Lagoon Valley Park and Pena Adobe Historical Area

California · Southwest

Habitat
WetlandUrban Park
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Lagoon Valley Park and Pena Adobe Historical Area is a productive birding destination in California, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and urban park habitat attracts Mallard, Double-crested Cormorant, and Red-winged Blackbird 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

Common x Barrow's Goldeneye (hybrid)

Bucephala clangula x islandica

3/6/2026Putah Creek--Hwy 128 Bridge (SOL Co.)1 observed

Steller's Jay

Cyanocitta stelleri

3/5/2026Putah Creek--Fishing Access #1 (YOL Co.)1 observed

Brant

Branta bernicla

3/4/2026Grizzly Island Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Great-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus mexicanus

3/4/2026American Canyon Wetlands--west of Wetlands Edge Rd.1 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

3/4/2026Lake Solano County Park (SOL Co.)3 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

3/1/2026Hill Slough Wildlife Area1 observed

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

3/1/2026Area Surrounding the Hay Street Landfill 5065–5069 Rio Dixon Rd, Dixon US-CA (38.3006,-121.8236)1 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

2/28/2026Midway Rd.1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

2/28/2026American Canyon Wetlands1 observed

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

2/28/2026Lake Solano County Park (SOL Co.)1 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

2/28/2026English Hills Rd.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

142/28/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

52/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

82/28/2026

Swan Goose

12/21/2026

Canada Goose

302/21/2026

Northern Shoveler

22/21/2026

Gadwall

62/21/2026

Bufflehead

302/21/2026

Sora

22/21/2026

Common Gallinule

32/21/2026

American Coot

12/21/2026

Black-necked Stilt

22/21/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

12/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

202/21/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

82/21/2026

Snowy Egret

12/21/2026

Green Heron

22/21/2026

Great Egret

12/21/2026

Turkey Vulture

52/21/2026

White-tailed Kite

12/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lagoon Valley Park and Pena Adobe Historical Area for birding?
The best months to visit Lagoon Valley Park and Pena Adobe Historical Area for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Lagoon Valley Park and Pena Adobe Historical Area?
Notable species at Lagoon Valley Park and Pena Adobe Historical Area include Mallard, Double-crested Cormorant, Red-winged Blackbird, Swan Goose, Canada Goose. The area supports wetland, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lagoon Valley Park and Pena Adobe Historical Area?
Birding at Lagoon Valley Park and Pena Adobe Historical Area is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lagoon Valley Park and Pena Adobe Historical Area?
Lagoon Valley Park and Pena Adobe Historical Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.