Birdathon Outing: Lake Murray
05/07/2026 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
Category
Public Programs
Admission
- Free
Location
Lake Murray
Kiowa Dr; 32.7853669, -117.0416105
San Diego, CA 92117
Kiowa Dr; 32.7853669, -117.0416105
San Diego, CA 92117
Summary
Count birds for conservation on this unique outing, part of the 2026 San Diego Birdathon!
Description
Thursday, May 7
9 AM - 12 PM
Lake Murray
Count birds for conservation on this unique outing, part of the 2026 San Diego Birdathon!
Birdathon is like a walkathon, except instead of counting miles, you count birds! Teams and individuals pick a day between April 10 - May 10 to get outside in San Diego County and try to identify as many species as possible within 24 hours, while raising funds along the way. All funds received help San Diego Bird Alliance's local conservation, education, and advocacy programs benefitting endangered species like the California Least Tern, Light-footed Ridgway's Rail, and Belding's Savannah Sparrow.
On this 3 hour outing, we will endeavor to collectively spot as many species as possible at Lake Murray, with the help of an expert guide. Birdy people of all ages and skill levels are welcome! Through this outing, we hope to spot 40 species and raise $500 for the birds we love. We encourage participants to share this event with friends and family, who can support the team's effort on the team fundraising page.
Birdathon is like a walkathon, except instead of counting miles, you count birds! Teams and individuals pick a day between April 10 - May 10 to get outside in San Diego County and try to identify as many species as possible within 24 hours, while raising funds along the way. All funds received help San Diego Bird Alliance's local conservation, education, and advocacy programs benefitting endangered species like the California Least Tern, Light-footed Ridgway's Rail, and Belding's Savannah Sparrow.
On this 3 hour outing, we will endeavor to collectively spot as many species as possible at Lake Murray, with the help of an expert guide. Birdy people of all ages and skill levels are welcome! Through this outing, we hope to spot 40 species and raise $500 for the birds we love. We encourage participants to share this event with friends and family, who can support the team's effort on the team fundraising page.
You can learn more about the 2026 San Diego Birdathon here.
About Lake Murray:
Lake Murray is a manmade reservoir in La Mesa fringed by coastal sage scrub and planted eucalyptus trees. This combination of the natural and the developed makes it a popular stopover site for passerines and waterfowl during migration, in addition to endemic species. This should be a good trip for hearing singing birds, enjoying good company, and maybe stumbling onto a rarity!
Directions:
Meet us on the south side of the lake off Kiowa Dr. Find us near the boat launch!
2026 Birdathon Outings with SDBA - All Dates
- Robb Field - Saturday April 11, 9am - 12pm
- Santee Lakes - Saturday April 11, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
- Mission Trails - Saturday April 18, 8am - 12pm
- San Elijo Lagoon - Wednesday April 29, 4pm - 6:30pm
- Lake Murray - Thursday May 7, 9am - 12pm