Mission Trails Regional Park - Northeast Region

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Mission Trails Regional Park - Northeast Region is a productive birding destination in California, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts White-throated Swift, Red-tailed Hawk, and Northern Flicker 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

Zone-tailed Hawk

Buteo albonotatus

3/5/2026San Diego Zoo Safari Park (CA Atlas - Escondido NE)2 observed

Townsend's x Hermit Warbler (hybrid)

Setophaga townsendi x occidentalis

3/5/2026Spreckels Park & Public Library1 observed

Red-throated Pipit

Anthus cervinus

3/5/2026South Clairemont Community Park1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

3/5/2026Harry Griffen Regional Park1 observed

Rock Pigeon

Columba livia

3/5/2026San Diego River mudflats (including Robb Field & Quivira Way)6 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

3/5/2026San Diego Bay NWR--SoCal Saltworks (restricted access)1 observed

Western x Clark's Grebe (hybrid)

Aechmophorus occidentalis x clarkii

3/5/2026San Diego River mudflats (including Robb Field & Quivira Way)1 observed

Short-billed Gull

Larus brachyrhynchus

3/5/2026San Diego River mudflats (including Robb Field & Quivira Way)1 observed

Plumbeous Vireo

Vireo plumbeus

3/5/2026Harry Griffen Regional Park1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

3/5/2026Famosa Slough1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

3/5/2026Kate Sessions Neighborhood Park1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

3/5/2026Home 2909 Brant St1 observed

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

3/5/2026Vacation Isle1 observed

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

3/5/2026Bayshore Bikeway--10th Street (Pond 23)1 observed

Pacific Golden-Plover

Pluvialis fulva

3/5/2026Bayshore Bikeway--10th Street (Pond 23)1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/5/2026San Elijo Lagoon--west1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-throated Swift

103/4/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/4/2026

Northern Flicker

13/4/2026

Tree Swallow

13/4/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

23/4/2026

Bewick's Wren

23/4/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

13/4/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/3/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

23/3/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

23/3/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

23/3/2026

Cassin's Kingbird

13/3/2026

California Scrub-Jay

33/3/2026

Common Raven

43/3/2026

Bushtit

43/3/2026

Wrentit

23/3/2026

Northern House Wren

53/3/2026

House Finch

23/3/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

43/3/2026

Golden-crowned Sparrow

13/3/2026

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 Mission Trails Regional Park - Northeast Region for birding?
The best months to visit Mission Trails Regional Park - Northeast Region for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Mission Trails Regional Park - Northeast Region?
Notable species at Mission Trails Regional Park - Northeast Region include White-throated Swift, Red-tailed Hawk, Northern Flicker, Tree Swallow, Violet-green Swallow. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mission Trails Regional Park - Northeast Region?
Birding at Mission Trails Regional Park - Northeast Region is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Mission Trails Regional Park - Northeast Region?
Mission Trails Regional Park - Northeast Region offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.