Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Gadwall among many others. Elevation changes create diverse habitats, from riparian valleys to alpine meadows, supporting a wide range of species.

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

Western Bluebird

Sialia mexicana

3/6/2026Bear Creek Lake Park--Pelican Point5 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

3/6/2026Cherry Creek SP--Cottonwood Creek Wetlands2 observed

Mexican Duck

Anas diazi

3/5/2026Cherry Creek Trail--E-470 through Cottonwood Parks, East & West1 observed

Pacific Wren

Troglodytes pacificus

3/5/2026Tucker Gulch1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

3/4/2026Cherry Creek SP--Pelican Point area1 observed

Surf Scoter

Melanitta perspicillata

3/4/2026Back Side Of Bank2 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/4/2026Back Side Of Bank1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

83/6/2026

Gadwall

33/6/2026

Mallard

83/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

13/6/2026

Hooded Merganser

43/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/6/2026

Great Horned Owl

23/6/2026

Northern Flicker

43/6/2026

Black-billed Magpie

83/6/2026

American Crow

23/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

73/6/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/6/2026

American Robin

63/6/2026

Song Sparrow

53/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

153/6/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/5/2026

European Starling

23/5/2026

Spotted Towhee

13/5/2026

Rock Pigeon

53/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd for birding?
The best months to visit Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd?
Notable species at Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Gadwall, Mallard, Eurasian Collared-Dove. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd?
Birding at Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd?
Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.