Are ticks a problem in Riverside?

There have been 51 tick reports near Riverside, CA, with 0 bites and 51 sightings. The most common species reported is the Unidentified. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Riverside?

The most commonly reported tick species in Riverside include Unidentified, Deer Tick. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

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Ticks in Riverside, CA

51 tick reports from the Riverside, CA area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Riverside

Unidentified50 (98%)

Deer Tick1 (2%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Riverside

Ticks are active in Riverside, CA and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 98% of reports.

✓Wear light-colored clothing when walking in wooded areas or tall grass
✓Use EPA-registered tick repellent (DEET, picaridin, or IR3535)
✓Do a full-body tick check after being outdoors — especially behind ears, hairline, and waistband
✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside
✓If bitten, remove the tick with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms for 30 days