Where to see a Northern Cardinal in California

The Northern Cardinal is regularly recorded in the counties of 12 California state parks (eBird historical checklists). The strongest bets:

1. Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
2. Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
3. Cuyamaca Rancho State Park
4. Cardiff State Beach
5. Carlsbad State Beach
6. Leucadia State Beach
7. San Elijo State Beach
8. San Onofre State Beach
9. Border Field State Park
10. Silver Strand State Beach
11. South Carlsbad State Beach
12. Palomar Mountain State Park

These are county-level records — the species is documented in the area around each park, which is a strong steer rather than a guarantee for the park itself.

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