Yucca Valley Golf Course

California · Southwest

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Habitat

DesertChaparral

Best Seasons

FallWinterSpring

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Yucca Valley Golf Course is a productive birding destination in California, with 221 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts American Wigeon, Mallard, and Gambel's 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

American Wigeon Mallard Gambel's Quail Eurasian Collared-Dove Mourning Dove

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

3/6/2026Big Morongo Canyon Preserve & Covington Park1 observed

Wrentit

Chamaea fasciata

3/4/2026Big Morongo Canyon Preserve & Covington Park1 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

3/4/2026Big Morongo Canyon Preserve & Covington Park1 observed

American Crow

Corvus brachyrhynchos

3/4/2026Mission Lakes Country Club5 observed

Nuttall's Woodpecker

Dryobates nuttallii

3/2/2026Whitewater Preserve1 observed

Birding Tips

1
Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.
2
Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.
3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Yucca Valley Golf Course for birding?▼

The best months to visit Yucca Valley Golf Course for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Yucca Valley Golf Course?▼

Notable species at Yucca Valley Golf Course include American Wigeon, Mallard, Gambel's Quail, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.

How difficult is birding at Yucca Valley Golf Course?▼

Birding at Yucca Valley Golf Course is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Yucca Valley Golf Course?▼

Yucca Valley Golf Course offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.