Neary Lagoon

California · Southwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Neary Lagoon is a productive birding destination in California, with 249 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Wood Duck, Mallard, and Mourning Dove 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

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/6/2026Seabright SB1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/6/2026Moran Lake Park, Pleasure Point US-CA 36.95673, -121.977511 observed

Common Ringed Plover

Charadrius hiaticula

3/5/2026Moss Landing--Jetty Road, north jetty & State Beach1 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

3/5/2026Waddell Bluffs2 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

3/5/2026Soquel, Crestline Way1 observed

Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

3/5/2026Cortez Park (SCZ Co.)1 observed

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

3/4/2026Elkhorn Slough--Estrada & North marsh and/or Kirby Park1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

3/3/2026Zmudowski SB1 observed

Great-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus mexicanus

3/3/2026Zmudowski SB1 observed

Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

3/3/2026Zmudowski SB1 observed

Song Sparrow (heermanni Group)

Melospiza melodia

3/3/2026Sanborn CP--John Nicholas Trail

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Shoveler

13/6/2026

Wood Duck

43/4/2026

Mallard

893/4/2026

Mourning Dove

13/4/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

53/4/2026

American Coot

103/4/2026

American Herring Gull

13/4/2026

California Gull

33/4/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

33/4/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/4/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/4/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/4/2026

Black Phoebe

33/4/2026

American Crow

153/4/2026

Chestnut-backed Chickadee

43/4/2026

Oak Titmouse

13/4/2026

Bushtit

23/4/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

13/4/2026

Bewick's Wren

33/4/2026

House Finch

43/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Neary Lagoon for birding?
The best months to visit Neary Lagoon for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Neary Lagoon?
Notable species at Neary Lagoon include Wood Duck, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Anna's Hummingbird, American Coot. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Neary Lagoon?
Birding at Neary Lagoon is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Neary Lagoon?
Neary Lagoon offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.