The University of California, Davis Arboretum in addition to other large trees on the U.C. campus, has produced excellent rarities (notably Scissor-tailed Flycatcher and Red Crossbills) and often provides good birding. There are over four miles of paved trails on both sides of an improved section of Putah Creek.
Putah Creek Riparian Reserve
This vital remnant of riparian habitat has become a haven for warblers, flycatchers and other migrating passerines in the spring and fall.
Slide Hill Park
Slide Hill Park has produced numerous interesting finds, including Mountain Chickadee, Cassin’s Finch, Red Crossbill, and Evening Grosbeak.
North Davis Ponds
When conditions are right at North Davis Ponds shorebirds can allow very close study. It is a good place to look for Short-billed Dowitchers among the common Long-billed Dowitchers and Lesser Yellowlegs among the Greater Yellowlegs.
North Davis Farms
North Davis Farms Road can be excellent in migration with the trees along the road and pond providing excellent habitat.
Willowbank Ditch
Willowbank Ditch is a small park gem that often provides excellent birding, especially in migration.