Lathrop State Park
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
Easy
June-October
About This Location
Lathrop State Park is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 259 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest 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
Turkey Vulture
Cathartes aura
Eastern Phoebe
Sayornis phoebe
Lincoln's Sparrow
Melospiza lincolnii
Tundra Swan
Cygnus columbianus
Greater White-fronted Goose
Anser albifrons
Lapland Longspur
Calcarius lapponicus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Cackling Goose
Canada Goose
Gadwall
Mallard
Redhead
Ring-necked Duck
Bufflehead
Common Goldeneye
Common Merganser
Eurasian Collared-Dove
Greater Roadrunner
Virginia Rail
American Coot
Ring-billed Gull
Bald Eagle
Red-tailed Hawk
Northern Flicker
American Kestrel
Loggerhead Shrike
Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay
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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