Lake Sherwood

California · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Lake Sherwood is a productive birding destination in California, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, 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

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

3/4/2026Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, Malibu US-CA 34.09152, -118.809221 observed

Western Flycatcher (Pacific-slope)

Empidonax difficilis

3/3/2026Conejo Creek North Park1 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

2/28/2026Conejo Open Space--Rancho Potrero10 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

2/22/202693012, Camarillo US-CA (34.1682,-119.0391)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

453/3/2026

Mallard

73/3/2026

Ring-necked Duck

263/3/2026

Bufflehead

83/3/2026

Ruddy Duck

123/3/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

53/3/2026

American Coot

243/3/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

63/3/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/3/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

33/3/2026

Snowy Egret

13/3/2026

Great Blue Heron

43/3/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/3/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/3/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

23/3/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

33/3/2026

Black Phoebe

23/3/2026

Cassin's Kingbird

23/3/2026

California Scrub-Jay

13/3/2026

American Crow

43/3/2026

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 Lake Sherwood for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Sherwood for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Lake Sherwood?
Notable species at Lake Sherwood include Canada Goose, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Bufflehead, Ruddy Duck. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Sherwood?
Birding at Lake Sherwood is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Sherwood?
Lake Sherwood offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.