Rodman Slough - Nice Lucerne Cutoff

California · Southwest

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Habitat

Wetland

Best Seasons

FallWinterSpring

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Rodman Slough - Nice Lucerne Cutoff is a productive birding destination in California, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Great Blue Heron Red-winged Blackbird Mallard Green Heron Virginia Rail

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-naped x Red-breasted Sapsucker (hybrid)

Sphyrapicus nuchalis x ruber

3/3/2026Mendocino Drive, Ukiah1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/2/2026Ukiah - Fern Canyon Neighborhood1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

3/1/2026Ukiah WWTP17 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

3/1/2026Ukiah WWTP4 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

2/28/2026Ukiah- Riverside Park1 observed

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

2/26/202695449, Hopland US-CA 39.01024, -123.072871 observed

Birding Tips

1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Rodman Slough - Nice Lucerne Cutoff for birding?▼

The best months to visit Rodman Slough - Nice Lucerne Cutoff for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Rodman Slough - Nice Lucerne Cutoff?▼

Notable species at Rodman Slough - Nice Lucerne Cutoff include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Rodman Slough - Nice Lucerne Cutoff?▼

Birding at Rodman Slough - Nice Lucerne Cutoff is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Rodman Slough - Nice Lucerne Cutoff?▼

Rodman Slough - Nice Lucerne Cutoff offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.