Muir Beach - includes beach, Redwood Creek riparian corridor, Green Gulch

California · Southwest

Habitat
CoastalRiver/Riparian
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Muir Beach - includes beach, Redwood Creek riparian corridor, Green Gulch is a productive birding destination in California, with 248 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and river/riparian habitat attracts Surf Scoter, Mourning Dove, and Anna's Hummingbird 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

Black-throated Gray Warbler

Setophaga nigrescens

3/6/2026Golden Gate Park--Elk Glen Lake1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

3/6/2026Sunset Blvd. at Quintara St. intersection and vicinity1 observed

White-tailed Kite

Elanus leucurus

3/6/2026Candlestick Pt. State Rec. Area - long traveling lists - use specific hotspot where appropriate1 observed

Williamson's Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus thyroideus

3/6/2026University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley US-CA (37.8675,-122.2612)1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/6/2026Golden Gate Park--McLaren Lodge/Horseshoe Pits/Northeast Entrance1 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

3/6/2026Golden Gate Park--Arboretum (San Francisco Botanical Garden)1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (pugetensis)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/6/2026Corona Heights Park8 observed

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

3/5/2026South Richmond Marshes (Stege, Hoffman) and Meeker Slough17 observed

Harris's Sparrow

Zonotrichia querula

3/5/2026Santa Venetia Marsh Preserve1 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/5/2026Amador Street - fennel/willow patch and adjoining fields 37.74489, -122.379561 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

3/5/2026Ballena Bay1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

33/5/2026

Surf Scoter

83/5/2026

California Quail

173/5/2026

Mourning Dove

103/5/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/5/2026

Black Oystercatcher

23/5/2026

Western Gull

43/5/2026

California Gull

13/5/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

23/5/2026

Western Grebe

83/5/2026

Red-throated Loon

33/5/2026

Common Loon

13/5/2026

Brandt's Cormorant

73/5/2026

Pelagic Cormorant

23/5/2026

Brown Pelican

283/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

33/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

California Scrub-Jay

23/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Muir Beach - includes beach, Redwood Creek riparian corridor, Green Gulch for birding?
The best months to visit Muir Beach - includes beach, Redwood Creek riparian corridor, Green Gulch for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Muir Beach - includes beach, Redwood Creek riparian corridor, Green Gulch?
Notable species at Muir Beach - includes beach, Redwood Creek riparian corridor, Green Gulch include Surf Scoter, Mourning Dove, Anna's Hummingbird, Western Gull, Glaucous-winged Gull. The area supports coastal, river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Muir Beach - includes beach, Redwood Creek riparian corridor, Green Gulch?
Birding at Muir Beach - includes beach, Redwood Creek riparian corridor, Green Gulch is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Muir Beach - includes beach, Redwood Creek riparian corridor, Green Gulch?
Muir Beach - includes beach, Redwood Creek riparian corridor, Green Gulch offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.