San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence

California · Southwest

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

River/Riparian

Best Seasons

FallWinterSpring

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence is a productive birding destination in California, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Egyptian Goose, Mallard, 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

Egyptian Goose Mallard Anna's Hummingbird Allen's Hummingbird American Coot

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/6/2026Los Angeles River--Soto St.1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/6/2026Belvedere Park Lake1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

3/6/2026Belvedere Park Lake1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/5/2026Athens Park1 observed

Thick-billed Kingbird

Tyrannus crassirostris

3/5/2026Griffith Park--Mineral Wells Trail1 observed

Red-whiskered Bulbul

Pycnonotus jocosus

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

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

3/5/2026San Gabriel Coastal Basin Spreading Grounds1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/5/2026Griffith Park--Mineral Wells Trail1 observed

Green-tailed Towhee

Pipilo chlorurus

3/5/2026Pomona College1 observed

Plumbeous Vireo

Vireo plumbeus

3/5/2026La Palma Central Park1 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

3/4/2026Earvin Magic Johnson Park1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

3/4/2026My Yard1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Egyptian Goose

12/27/2026

Mallard

12/27/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

12/27/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

12/27/2026

American Coot

12/27/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

12/27/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

12/27/2026

Great Egret

12/27/2026

American White Pelican

12/27/2026

Black Phoebe

12/27/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

12/27/2026

Song Sparrow

12/27/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

12/27/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

12/27/2026

Common Yellowthroat

12/27/2026

Canada Goose

62/23/2026

American Wigeon

62/23/2026

Snowy Egret

12/23/2026

Great Blue Heron

22/23/2026

Belted Kingfisher

12/23/2026

Birding Tips

1
Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.
2
Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.
3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

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How to Attract Hummingbirds to Your Yard: Feeders, Nectar, and Native Plants

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Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence for birding?▼

The best months to visit San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence?▼

Notable species at San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence include Egyptian Goose, Mallard, Anna's Hummingbird, Allen's Hummingbird, American Coot. The area supports river/riparian habitats.

How difficult is birding at San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence?▼

Birding at San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence?▼

San Gabriel River / San Jose Creek confluence offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.