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Western Flycatcher by Robert Ho

Field Trip: Ulistac in Fall (Santa Clara)

Ulistac Natural Area is a small (40 acre) open space in Santa Clara and is the last area of undeveloped land along the Guadalupe River. Despite its small size, it offers a wide range of habitats to explore, including grassland areas and coastal scrub; riparian woodlands of cottonwood, willow and box elders; and mature valley oak trees and sycamores. There’s also a native plant garden that attracts birds and butterflies. This is a great location and time of year to see 5 flycatcher species. Black Phoebe are here year-round but, during the fall, Western Flycatcher, Western Wood-Pewee, Willow Flycatcher, and Olive-sided Flycatcher can all be found here.

Trip Difficulty: 3 miles, paved trails, gravel trails, packed-dirt trails, little or no elevation gain, shady

Leaders: Ray Trent 408-204-8721

Family Friendly Ages 10 and up, No elevation gain, Beginner Friendly, Intermediate Level Birding, Loaner Binoculars Available

Meet: Street Parking on Lick Mill

Directions: From CA-237 exit Great America Pkwy south, drive 0.8 miles, then turn left on Tasman Dr. In 1 mile turn right on Lick Mill Blvd and travel about 0.5 miles to the park, which will be on your left. Street parking. There are two park entrances on Lick Mill Blvd, one at the north end of the park and one at the south end of the park. GPS: 37.403418, -121.953984

Facilities: No toilets, cell phone service

Parking Type and Fees: street parking

Questions? Email general questions to fieldtrips@scvbirdalliance.org or contact the trip leader for questions regarding the event