Woodbridge Rd (W of I-5)

California · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Woodbridge Rd (W of I-5) is a productive birding destination in California, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Greater White-fronted Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Northern Pintail 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

Red-winged Blackbird (Red-winged)

Agelaius phoeniceus

3/6/2026Staten Island100 observed

Ruff

Calidris pugnax

3/5/2026Cosumnes River Preserve1 observed

Western Sandpiper

Calidris mauri

3/4/2026Bruceville Road2 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

3/2/2026Courtland Bottlebrush-Washington Ave1 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

3/2/20263723 Gentle Rain Way, Stockton, California, US (38.04, -121.364)

Lesser Yellowlegs

Tringa flavipes

3/2/2026Jersey Island1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Greater White-fronted Goose

22/27/2026

Northern Shoveler

2/27/2026

Northern Pintail

2/27/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

12/27/2026

Mourning Dove

82/27/2026

Sandhill Crane

42/27/2026

Black-necked Stilt

2/27/2026

Killdeer

22/27/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

32/27/2026

Snowy Egret

82/27/2026

Great Egret

22/27/2026

Turkey Vulture

12/27/2026

Black Phoebe

22/27/2026

Common Raven

12/27/2026

Northern Mockingbird

32/27/2026

American Robin

22/27/2026

House Finch

242/27/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

152/27/2026

Western Meadowlark

62/27/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

122/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.

  2. 2

    Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Woodbridge Rd (W of I-5) for birding?
The best months to visit Woodbridge Rd (W of I-5) for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Woodbridge Rd (W of I-5)?
Notable species at Woodbridge Rd (W of I-5) include Greater White-fronted Goose, Northern Shoveler, Northern Pintail, Ring-necked Pheasant, Mourning Dove. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Woodbridge Rd (W of I-5)?
Birding at Woodbridge Rd (W of I-5) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Woodbridge Rd (W of I-5)?
Woodbridge Rd (W of I-5) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.