Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley is a productive birding destination in California, with 271 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Egyptian Goose 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

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

3/6/2026Bartlett Park, Huntington Beach1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

3/6/2026San Joaquin WS - Pond 11 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

3/6/2026San Joaquin Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Pond 42 observed

Brandt's Cormorant

Urile penicillatus

3/6/2026IRWD San Joaquin Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary, Irvine1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

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

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

3/5/2026Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve1 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

3/5/2026Bolsa Chica--walkbridge/inner bay1 observed

Red-whiskered Bulbul

Pycnonotus jocosus

3/5/2026Skyline Drive at Miramar Drive (Fullerton)2 observed

Oak Titmouse

Baeolophus inornatus

3/5/2026Laguna Coast Wilderness Park5 observed

Western Flycatcher (Pacific-slope)

Empidonax difficilis

3/5/2026William R Mason Regional Park, Irvine1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

3/5/2026William R Mason Regional Park, Irvine1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

3/5/2026recreation park golf course 181 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cackling Goose

13/4/2026

Canada Goose

1303/4/2026

Egyptian Goose

153/4/2026

American Wigeon

903/4/2026

Mallard

253/4/2026

American Coot

1003/4/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

43/4/2026

White-faced Ibis

103/4/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

53/4/2026

Snowy Egret

243/4/2026

Great Egret

13/4/2026

American White Pelican

93/4/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/4/2026

American Crow

33/4/2026

Bushtit

23/4/2026

Swinhoe's White-eye

23/4/2026

American Robin

23/4/2026

House Finch

33/4/2026

Song Sparrow

13/4/2026

Mourning Dove

53/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley for birding?
The best months to visit Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley?
Notable species at Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Egyptian Goose, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley?
Birding at Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley?
Mile Square Regional Park, Fountain Valley offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.