Mendenhall Wetlands SGR - Airport Dike Trail

Alaska · Alaska

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaCoastal
Best Seasons
Summer
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-August

About This Location

Mendenhall Wetlands SGR - Airport Dike Trail is a productive birding destination in Alaska, with 239 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Bufflehead among many others. Summer brings an explosion of breeding activity, with shorebirds, seabirds, and raptors nesting across the landscape.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Merlin

Falco columbarius

2/22/2026Island View Drive1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

1253/1/2026

Mallard

313/1/2026

Bufflehead

23/1/2026

Short-billed Gull

403/1/2026

Bald Eagle

23/1/2026

American Crow

23/1/2026

Common Raven

13/1/2026

Redpoll

802/26/2026

Pine Siskin

12/26/2026

Greater Scaup

82/25/2026

Common Goldeneye

22/25/2026

Hooded Merganser

22/25/2026

American Wigeon

62/25/2026

Green-winged Teal

22/25/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

22/25/2026

Chestnut-backed Chickadee

12/23/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

22/23/2026

Common Merganser

12/22/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

22/22/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.

  2. 2

    Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.

  3. 3

    Prepare for mosquitoes and long daylight hours during summer birding.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Mendenhall Wetlands SGR - Airport Dike Trail for birding?
The best months to visit Mendenhall Wetlands SGR - Airport Dike Trail for birding are June-August. The best seasons are Summer.
What birds can I see at Mendenhall Wetlands SGR - Airport Dike Trail?
Notable species at Mendenhall Wetlands SGR - Airport Dike Trail include Canada Goose, Mallard, Bufflehead, Short-billed Gull, Bald Eagle. The area supports boreal/taiga, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mendenhall Wetlands SGR - Airport Dike Trail?
Birding at Mendenhall Wetlands SGR - Airport Dike Trail is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Mendenhall Wetlands SGR - Airport Dike Trail?
Mendenhall Wetlands SGR - Airport Dike Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.