sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point)

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point) is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mallard, American Coot, and Belted Kingfisher 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

Yellow-billed Loon

Gavia adamsii

3/5/202617801 91 Street, Osoyoos, British Columbia, CA (49.066, -119.522)1 observed

Red Crossbill (Sitka Spruce or type 10)

Loxia curvirostra

3/5/2026Anarchist Mountain - Long Joe Road2 observed

Williamson's Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus thyroideus

3/5/20266731 Sidley Mountain Road, Bridesville, British Columbia, CA (49.021, -119.284)1 observed

Mountain Bluebird

Sialia currucoides

3/5/20266731 Sidley Mountain Road, Bridesville, British Columbia, CA (49.021, -119.284)4 observed

Rock Wren

Salpinctes obsoletus

2/24/2026Osoyoos--Meadowlark Ln/Haynes Lease (The Throne)1 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

2/23/2026Oliver--Okanagan River Trail north1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

72/25/2026

American Coot

52/25/2026

Belted Kingfisher

12/25/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

42/25/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

12/25/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

32/25/2026

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 sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point) for birding?
The best months to visit sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point) for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point)?
Notable species at sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point) include Mallard, American Coot, Belted Kingfisher, Black-capped Chickadee, Ruby-crowned Kinglet. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point)?
Birding at sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point)?
sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.