Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA - Huichica Creek Unit

California · Southwest

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA - Huichica Creek Unit is a productive birding destination in California, with 231 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Greater White-fronted Goose, Cackling Goose, and Canada 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

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

3/6/2026Carquinez Heights overlook1 observed

Harris's Sparrow

Zonotrichia querula

3/5/2026Santa Venetia Marsh Preserve1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

3/4/2026Penry Park1 observed

Great-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus mexicanus

3/4/2026American Canyon Wetlands--west of Wetlands Edge Rd.1 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

3/4/2026Las Gallinas Valley Sanitary District1 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

3/4/2026Suisun-Fairfield Station2 observed

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

3/2/202672 E Washington St, Petaluma US-CA 38.23583, -122.638171 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Greater White-fronted Goose

753/3/2026

Cackling Goose

2003/3/2026

Canada Goose

93/3/2026

Mute Swan

23/3/2026

Cinnamon Teal

123/3/2026

Northern Shoveler

643/3/2026

Gadwall

43/3/2026

American Wigeon

53/3/2026

Mallard

103/3/2026

Northern Pintail

93/3/2026

Green-winged Teal

83/3/2026

Bufflehead

23/3/2026

Common Goldeneye

63/3/2026

Ruddy Duck

173/3/2026

Rock Pigeon

63/3/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

13/3/2026

Common Gallinule

13/3/2026

American Coot

443/3/2026

Black-necked Stilt

413/3/2026

American Avocet

953/3/2026

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 Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA - Huichica Creek Unit for birding?
The best months to visit Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA - Huichica Creek Unit for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA - Huichica Creek Unit?
Notable species at Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA - Huichica Creek Unit include Greater White-fronted Goose, Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Cinnamon Teal. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA - Huichica Creek Unit?
Birding at Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA - Huichica Creek Unit is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA - Huichica Creek Unit?
Napa-Sonoma Marshes WA - Huichica Creek Unit offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.