Colorado River State Park - Pear Park section

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
SummerFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Colorado River State Park - Pear Park section is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 213 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Ring-necked Duck 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

Blue Jay

Cyanocitta cristata

3/5/2026Crown Point Cemetery1 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

2/28/2026Colorado River SP--Connected Lakes section2 observed

Ferruginous Hawk

Buteo regalis

2/27/2026North Fruita Desert BLM on 18 Road1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

2/27/2026Whitewater ponds1 observed

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

2/24/2026Whitewater ponds1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/3/2026

Mallard

203/3/2026

Ring-necked Duck

143/3/2026

Bufflehead

23/3/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

13/3/2026

Mourning Dove

73/3/2026

American Coot

123/3/2026

Killdeer

13/3/2026

Bald Eagle

13/3/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/3/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/3/2026

Black-billed Magpie

13/3/2026

American Crow

13/3/2026

Common Raven

13/3/2026

European Starling

353/3/2026

American Robin

43/3/2026

House Sparrow

63/3/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

63/3/2026

Song Sparrow

13/3/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

123/3/2026

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 Colorado River State Park - Pear Park section for birding?
The best months to visit Colorado River State Park - Pear Park section for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Colorado River State Park - Pear Park section?
Notable species at Colorado River State Park - Pear Park section include Canada Goose, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Bufflehead, Eurasian Collared-Dove. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Colorado River State Park - Pear Park section?
Birding at Colorado River State Park - Pear Park section is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Colorado River State Park - Pear Park section?
Colorado River State Park - Pear Park section offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.