Prado Regional Park

California · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Prado Regional Park is a productive birding destination in California, with 254 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Muscovy Duck, and Cinnamon Teal 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

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

3/6/2026Chino Creek Wetlands1 observed

White-tailed Kite

Elanus leucurus

3/6/2026Prado Regional Park1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Pink-sided)

Junco hyemalis

3/6/2026Prado Regional Park1 observed

Red-whiskered Bulbul

Pycnonotus jocosus

3/5/2026Skyline Drive at Miramar Drive (Fullerton)2 observed

Red-naped Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus nuchalis

3/5/2026Maloof Foundation1 observed

Green-tailed Towhee

Pipilo chlorurus

3/5/2026Pomona College1 observed

Black-chinned Sparrow

Spizella atrogularis

3/5/2026Williams Canyon, Orange County1 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

3/4/2026Cedar Crest Ave1 observed

Painted Redstart

Myioborus pictus

3/3/2026San Dimas Canyon Park1 observed

Plumbeous Vireo

Vireo plumbeus

3/3/2026Tustin Heritage Park1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

3/2/2026Carbon Canyon Regional Park1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

3/2/2026West Coyote Hills Tree Park, Fullerton1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

13/6/2026

Cinnamon Teal

53/6/2026

Mallard

203/6/2026

Ruddy Duck

203/6/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

13/6/2026

Mourning Dove

13/6/2026

Sora

23/6/2026

American Coot

10003/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

73/6/2026

California Gull

283/6/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/6/2026

Western Grebe

53/6/2026

Clark's Grebe

33/6/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

83/6/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

63/6/2026

Snowy Egret

33/6/2026

Great Egret

23/6/2026

Great Blue Heron

33/6/2026

American White Pelican

153/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

63/6/2026

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 Prado Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Prado Regional Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Prado Regional Park?
Notable species at Prado Regional Park include Canada Goose, Muscovy Duck, Cinnamon Teal, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Prado Regional Park?
Birding at Prado Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Prado Regional Park?
Prado Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.