Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove

Alberta · Canada

Habitat
ForestRiver/Riparian
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove is a productive birding destination in Alberta, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This forest and river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Saw-whet Owl, and Downy Woodpecker among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

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

American Herring Gull

Larus smithsonianus

3/6/2026Calgary--Rotary/Mattamy Wetlands (68 Street SE)1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/6/2026Calgary--Rotary/Mattamy Wetlands (68 Street SE)1 observed

American Goldfinch

Spinus tristis

3/6/2026Calgary--Griffith Woods Park1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/6/2026Calgary--Rotary/Mattamy Wetlands (68 Street SE)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

183/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Northern Flicker

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

23/6/2026

Black-billed Magpie

13/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

63/6/2026

Mountain Chickadee

33/6/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/6/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

23/6/2026

House Finch

43/6/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

103/6/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Common Raven

23/5/2026

Boreal Chickadee

53/5/2026

Brown Creeper

13/5/2026

Bohemian Waxwing

13/5/2026

Pine Siskin

33/5/2026

Northern Saw-whet Owl

13/4/2026

Red Crossbill

23/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove for birding?
The best months to visit Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove?
Notable species at Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove include Canada Goose, Northern Saw-whet Owl, Downy Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, Northern Flicker. The area supports forest, river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove?
Birding at Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove?
Fish Creek Provincial Park - Bebo Grove offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.