West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail

California · Southwest

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail is a productive birding destination in California, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Mallard, Rock Pigeon, and Eurasian Collared-Dove 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

Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

3/6/2026Huntington Central Park--East1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

3/6/2026Bartlett Park, Huntington Beach1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

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

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

3/6/2026Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve1 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

3/6/2026Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/6/2026Belvedere Park Lake1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

3/6/2026Belvedere Park Lake1 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

3/6/2026Bolsa Chica--walkbridge/inner bay1 observed

Elegant Tern

Thalasseus elegans

3/6/2026Santa Ana River mouth4 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

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

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

3/5/2026Athens Park1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

3/5/2026Haster Basin Recreation Area, Garden Grove1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

223/6/2026

Rock Pigeon

333/6/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

33/6/2026

Mourning Dove

33/6/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

43/6/2026

Western Gull

33/6/2026

California Gull

13/6/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

23/6/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

33/6/2026

Nuttall's Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Northern Flicker

13/6/2026

Black Phoebe

43/6/2026

Cassin's Kingbird

33/6/2026

California Scrub-Jay

63/6/2026

American Crow

33/6/2026

Common Raven

23/6/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

33/6/2026

Barn Swallow

23/6/2026

Bushtit

83/6/2026

Swinhoe's White-eye

53/6/2026

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 West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail for birding?
The best months to visit West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail?
Notable species at West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail include Mallard, Rock Pigeon, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove, Anna's Hummingbird. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail?
Birding at West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail?
West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.