Mono Lake County Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Mono Lake County Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 276 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Killdeer, and Red-tailed Hawk 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Brown-headed Cowbird

Molothrus ater

3/5/2026MLC Field Station1 observed

Black Phoebe

Sayornis nigricans

3/5/2026Mono Lake County Park1 observed

American Crow

Corvus brachyrhynchos

3/1/2026Bridgeport-- east of hwy 182 (Mono Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Kestrel

13/5/2026

Common Raven

13/5/2026

Mountain Bluebird

23/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

63/5/2026

Canada Goose

2/28/2026

Killdeer

2/28/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/28/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

12/28/2026

Mallard

82/26/2026

Ruddy Duck

152/26/2026

California Quail

22/26/2026

American Coot

12/26/2026

Eared Grebe

92/26/2026

Northern Flicker

12/26/2026

Say's Phoebe

12/26/2026

Violet-green Swallow

12/26/2026

Bushtit

12/26/2026

Bewick's Wren

12/26/2026

European Starling

162/26/2026

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 Mono Lake County Park for birding?
The best months to visit Mono Lake County Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Mono Lake County Park?
Notable species at Mono Lake County Park include Canada Goose, Killdeer, Red-tailed Hawk, Downy Woodpecker, Red-winged Blackbird. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mono Lake County Park?
Birding at Mono Lake County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Mono Lake County Park?
Mono Lake County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.