Take a walk on the wild west side with Kevin Lapp and Darren Dowell! Ballona Creek, the adjacent beach, wetlands and lagoon are among the last remnants of LA’s estuaries. So it's a great spot to see shorebirds like Marbled Godwits, Surfbirds, turnstones, and plovers, along with other coastal specialties. Parking can be challenging, so early arrival is recommended, and carpooling is encouraged!
Participant number: no limit.
PHOTO: Surfbird (Calidris virgata). Photo by Miles Wang.
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Sunday, August 16th, 2026
8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Trip leaders: Kevin Lapp and Darren Dowell
Take a walk on the wild west side with Kevin Lapp and Darren Dowell! Ballona Creek, the adjacent beach, wetlands and lagoon are among the last remnants of LA’s estuaries. So it's a great spot to see shorebirds like Marbled Godwits, Surfbirds, turnstones, and plovers, along with other coastal specialties. Parking can be challenging, so early arrival is recommended, and carpooling is encouraged!
Participant number: no limit.
PHOTO: Surfbird (Calidris virgata). Photo by Miles Wang.