Hanover Road
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
Challenging
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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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
Common Grackle
Quiscalus quiscula
Common Loon
Gavia immer
Green-tailed Towhee
Pipilo chlorurus
Sage Thrasher
Oreoscoptes montanus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Red-tailed Hawk
Common Raven
Horned Lark
European Starling
House Sparrow
Western Meadowlark
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.
- 2
Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.
- 3
Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.
Amenities
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