Silverwood Lake

California · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Silverwood Lake is a productive birding destination in California, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, 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

Red-naped Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus nuchalis

3/5/2026Maloof Foundation1 observed

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

3/5/2026Mojave Narrows Regional Park3 observed

Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

3/5/2026Mojave Narrows Regional Park1 observed

California Gnatcatcher

Polioptila californica

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

Broad-billed Hummingbird

Cynanthus latirostris

3/2/2026Zanja & Orange Blossom Trails (Grove St to Wabash Ave)1 observed

Violet-green Swallow

Tachycineta thalassina

2/28/2026Wrightwood6 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Slate-colored)

Junco hyemalis

2/28/2026Wrightwood1 observed

Fox Sparrow (Thick-billed)

Passerella iliaca

2/27/2026Badger Hill and basins (CA Atlas - San Bernardino North CW)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/1/2026

Mallard

153/1/2026

California Quail

23/1/2026

American Coot

103/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/1/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/1/2026

Eared Grebe

13/1/2026

Western Grebe

13/1/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

23/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

73/1/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

23/1/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

53/1/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Northern Flicker

13/1/2026

Black Phoebe

13/1/2026

California Scrub-Jay

73/1/2026

American Crow

53/1/2026

Mountain Chickadee

23/1/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

13/1/2026

American Robin

23/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Silverwood Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Silverwood Lake for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Silverwood Lake?
Notable species at Silverwood Lake include Canada Goose, Mallard, California Quail, American Coot, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Silverwood Lake?
Birding at Silverwood Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Silverwood Lake?
Silverwood Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.