Hunt Drive (hawkwatch site)

Hunt Drive (hawkwatch site)

Santa Barbara, California 93108

Tips for Birding

This is a good spot for hawkwatching in spring and fall, as it offers good views of the coastal plains and up toward the mountains. You can park at the pullout by Ortega Ridge Road here and then walk up to the hotspot location.

Birds of Interest

Swainson's Hawk in spring, Broad-winged Hawk in fall. Also other raptors and migrants like Vaux's Swift.

Features

  • Restrooms on site

  • Wheelchair accessible trail

  • Entrance fee

  • Roadside viewing

Content from Linus Blomqvist

Last updated October 10, 2023