Creston Valley Wildlife Centre

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Creston Valley Wildlife Centre is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Mallard 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

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

3/3/2026Creston --- Mouth Kootenay River East Channel1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

3/3/2026Sirdar -- Boat Access and Paths1 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

2/28/2026CVWMA - Leach Lake Pond 41 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

2/28/2026Creston--Duck Lake2 observed

California Quail

Callipepla californica

2/28/2026Lower Wynndel Road7 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

83/3/2026

Trumpeter Swan

23/3/2026

Mallard

23/3/2026

Bald Eagle

13/3/2026

Rough-legged Hawk

13/3/2026

Black-billed Magpie

13/3/2026

Ring-necked Duck

273/2/2026

Bufflehead

23/2/2026

Common Goldeneye

223/2/2026

American Coot

13/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

223/2/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

13/2/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/2/2026

Northern Flicker

33/2/2026

Northern Shrike

13/2/2026

American Crow

43/2/2026

Common Raven

23/2/2026

European Starling

13/2/2026

American Robin

13/2/2026

Pine Siskin

53/2/2026

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Creston Valley Wildlife Centre for birding?
The best months to visit Creston Valley Wildlife Centre for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Creston Valley Wildlife Centre?
Notable species at Creston Valley Wildlife Centre include Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Mallard, Bald Eagle, Rough-legged Hawk. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Creston Valley Wildlife Centre?
Birding at Creston Valley Wildlife Centre is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Creston Valley Wildlife Centre?
Creston Valley Wildlife Centre offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.