San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road

California · Southwest

Habitat
CoastalWetland
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road is a productive birding destination in California, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and wetland habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon, and Canvasback 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

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

3/5/2026South Richmond Marshes (Stege, Hoffman) and Meeker Slough17 observed

Harris's Sparrow

Zonotrichia querula

3/5/2026Santa Venetia Marsh Preserve1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

3/5/2026Booker T Anderson Park1 observed

Common Murre

Uria aalge

3/4/2026Richmond Marina1 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

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

3/4/2026Booker T Anderson Park1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/4/2026Booker T Anderson Park1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

3/3/2026stakeout Yellow-crowned Night Heron (2021-26), Modern Sailing School, Marinship Way1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Shoveler

63/4/2026

American Wigeon

193/4/2026

Canvasback

753/4/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/4/2026

American Avocet

153/4/2026

Great Egret

13/4/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/4/2026

Northern Harrier

23/4/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/4/2026

Black Phoebe

13/4/2026

Say's Phoebe

13/4/2026

American Crow

23/4/2026

Common Raven

33/4/2026

Marsh Wren

43/4/2026

Western Bluebird

23/4/2026

American Pipit

13/4/2026

House Finch

43/4/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

33/4/2026

Golden-crowned Sparrow

73/4/2026

Song Sparrow

43/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road for birding?
The best months to visit San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road?
Notable species at San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road include Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon, Canvasback, Anna's Hummingbird, American Avocet. The area supports coastal, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road?
Birding at San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road?
San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge - Reclamation Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.