Turri Road Tidal Ponds

California · Southwest

Habitat
Estuary
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Turri Road Tidal Ponds is a productive birding destination in California, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This estuary habitat attracts Canada Goose, Cinnamon Teal, and Northern Shoveler 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

King Eider

Somateria spectabilis

3/6/2026Pasadena Park Beach1 observed

Western Warbling Vireo

Vireo swainsoni

3/6/2026Bob Jones Trail1 observed

Harris's Sparrow

Zonotrichia querula

3/5/2026Morro Bay yard1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/5/20261900 Pecho Rd.1 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

3/4/2026Meadow Park--San Luis Obispo1 observed

Costa's Hummingbird

Calypte costae

3/4/2026Poly Canyon1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/4/2026Santa Margarita Creek1 observed

Fox Sparrow (Sooty x Red)

Passerella iliaca

3/3/2026Damon-Garcia Sports Field1 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

3/2/2026Corner of Shiloh Pl. and Bethel Road, Templeton1 observed

MacGillivray's Warbler

Geothlypis tolmiei

3/1/2026Bishop St1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

42/28/2026

Cinnamon Teal

42/28/2026

Northern Shoveler

42/28/2026

Mallard

52/28/2026

Green-winged Teal

372/28/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

12/28/2026

American Avocet

32/28/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

22/28/2026

Least Sandpiper

532/28/2026

Western Sandpiper

22/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

12/28/2026

Western Gull

22/28/2026

Snowy Egret

12/28/2026

Great Egret

12/28/2026

Turkey Vulture

12/28/2026

California Scrub-Jay

12/28/2026

Bushtit

42/28/2026

Wrentit

22/28/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

22/28/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

22/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Time your visit around low tide for the best shorebird viewing.

  2. 2

    Scan open mudflats and salt marsh edges for rails and herons.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Turri Road Tidal Ponds for birding?
The best months to visit Turri Road Tidal Ponds for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Turri Road Tidal Ponds?
Notable species at Turri Road Tidal Ponds include Canada Goose, Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports estuary habitats.
How difficult is birding at Turri Road Tidal Ponds?
Birding at Turri Road Tidal Ponds is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Turri Road Tidal Ponds?
Turri Road Tidal Ponds offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.