San Timoteo Creek

California · Southwest

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

San Timoteo Creek is a productive birding destination in California, with 223 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, and California Quail 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

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

3/6/2026CSU San Bernardino1 observed

Lewis's Woodpecker

Melanerpes lewis

3/6/2026Glen Helen Regional Park (CA Atlas - Devore NE)1 observed

Fulvous Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna bicolor

3/5/2026San Jacinto Wildlife Area2 observed

Anna's x Costa's Hummingbird (hybrid)

Calypte anna x costae

3/5/2026Sugarloaf Mountain (Riverside)1 observed

California Gnatcatcher

Polioptila californica

3/4/2026Santa Ana River wash (Opal Avenue)2 observed

Purple Finch (Western)

Haemorhous purpureus

3/4/2026San Timoteo Creek (SBE Co.)2 observed

Bullock's Oriole

Icterus bullockii

3/4/2026San Timoteo Creek (SBE Co.)1 observed

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted x Red-shafted)

Colaptes auratus

3/4/2026San Timoteo Creek (SBE Co.)1 observed

Verdin

Auriparus flaviceps

3/4/2026San Timoteo Creek (SBE Co.)1 observed

Green-tailed Towhee

Pipilo chlorurus

3/3/2026Yucaipa Regional Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

23/5/2026

Ring-necked Duck

53/5/2026

California Quail

13/5/2026

Mourning Dove

13/5/2026

White-throated Swift

123/5/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

43/5/2026

Rufous Hummingbird

13/5/2026

American Coot

23/5/2026

Great Egret

13/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

33/5/2026

Cooper's Hawk

23/5/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

53/5/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Northern Flicker

13/5/2026

American Kestrel

23/5/2026

Black Phoebe

23/5/2026

Cassin's Kingbird

13/5/2026

California Scrub-Jay

23/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  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 Timoteo Creek for birding?
The best months to visit San Timoteo Creek for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at San Timoteo Creek?
Notable species at San Timoteo Creek include Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, California Quail, Mourning Dove, White-throated Swift. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at San Timoteo Creek?
Birding at San Timoteo Creek is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at San Timoteo Creek?
San Timoteo Creek offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.