Los Angeles River - Willow Saint

California · Southwest

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Los Angeles River - Willow Saint is a productive birding destination in California, with 269 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Blue-winged Teal, and Cinnamon Teal 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

Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

3/6/2026Huntington Central Park--East1 observed

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

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

3/6/2026Bartlett Park, Huntington Beach1 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

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

3/6/2026Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve1 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

3/6/2026Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/6/2026Belvedere Park Lake1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

3/6/2026Belvedere Park Lake1 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

3/6/2026Bolsa Chica--walkbridge/inner bay1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

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

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/5/2026Athens Park1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

3/5/2026Haster Basin Recreation Area, Garden Grove1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Egyptian Goose

143/6/2026

Blue-winged Teal

183/6/2026

Cinnamon Teal

153/6/2026

Gadwall

223/6/2026

Green-winged Teal

93/6/2026

Redhead

33/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

63/6/2026

Lesser Scaup

83/6/2026

Ruddy Duck

423/6/2026

White-throated Swift

23/6/2026

American Avocet

213/6/2026

Long-billed Dowitcher

383/6/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

23/6/2026

Least Sandpiper

203/6/2026

Short-billed Gull

13/6/2026

American Herring Gull

33/6/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

53/6/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

33/6/2026

Western Grebe

33/6/2026

Clark's Grebe

13/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Los Angeles River - Willow Saint for birding?
The best months to visit Los Angeles River - Willow Saint for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Los Angeles River - Willow Saint?
Notable species at Los Angeles River - Willow Saint include Canada Goose, Blue-winged Teal, Cinnamon Teal, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Los Angeles River - Willow Saint?
Birding at Los Angeles River - Willow Saint is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Los Angeles River - Willow Saint?
Los Angeles River - Willow Saint offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.