Hanover Road

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
MountainForest
Best Seasons
SummerFall
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Hanover Road is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest habitat attracts Red-tailed Hawk, Common Raven, and Horned Lark 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

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

3/2/2026Jimmy Camp Creek Trail--C&S Rd to E Ohio Ave1 observed

Common Grackle

Quiscalus quiscula

3/2/2026Fountain Creek Regional Park1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

3/1/2026Fountain Creek Regional Park--Nature Center/Cattail Marsh area1 observed

Green-tailed Towhee

Pipilo chlorurus

2/28/2026PPGC2 observed

Sage Thrasher

Oreoscoptes montanus

2/26/202618150 S Peyton Hwy, Colorado Springs US-CO 38.57055, -104.460292 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-tailed Hawk

23/5/2026

Common Raven

53/5/2026

Horned Lark

23/5/2026

European Starling

83/5/2026

House Sparrow

63/5/2026

Western Meadowlark

33/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.

  2. 2

    Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hanover Road for birding?
The best months to visit Hanover Road for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Hanover Road?
Notable species at Hanover Road include Red-tailed Hawk, Common Raven, Horned Lark, European Starling, House Sparrow. The area supports mountain, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hanover Road?
Birding at Hanover Road is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Hanover Road?
Hanover Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.