Mill Creek Road is an underappreciated birding hotspot in Fremont. It parallels Mill Creek, a rich riparian habitat that flows from Mission Peak. We hope to see recently arrived breeders like Ash throated Flycatcher, Cassin's and Warbling Vireos, Orange-crowned and Wilson’s Warblers. Resident Rufous-crowned Sparrow should be singing, and we'll hopefully hear the song of the Grasshopper Sparrow, too. Lazuli Buntings and Black-headed Grosbeaks should be abundant and singing on their breeding territories. We'll walk about 1.5-2 miles on a paved road up the fairly gentle hill and then back again.

Leaders: Kathy Robertson, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Directions: From I-880 S, take Auto Mall Pkwy east, then get on I-680 N for 2 miles, exit on Mission Blvd, turn right, then turn left on Mill Creek Rd. after just a couple blocks. From I-680S, take the Mission Blvd. exit, and turn left on Mission, then left on Mill Creek Rd. Park on the street near the corner of Mill Creek Rd. and Linmore Dr. There are no restrooms, so be sure to stop at the McDonalds or a gas station on Mission Blvd beforehand to use the facilities.