Totten Reservoir

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Totten Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 237 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, 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

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

3/4/2026Totten Reservoir3 observed

Pacific Wren

Troglodytes pacificus

3/3/2026Upper Yellowjacket1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (Harlan's)

Buteo jamaicensis

2/28/2026Yucca House NM1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

2/28/2026Little Bauer Reservoir1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

83/4/2026

Northern Shoveler

13/4/2026

Gadwall

23/4/2026

Mallard

43/4/2026

Lesser Scaup

23/4/2026

Bufflehead

43/4/2026

Hooded Merganser

23/4/2026

Common Merganser

463/4/2026

Ruddy Duck

93/4/2026

Virginia Rail

13/4/2026

American Coot

503/4/2026

Killdeer

13/4/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

33/4/2026

Common Loon

13/4/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/4/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/4/2026

Northern Flicker

13/4/2026

Black-billed Magpie

33/4/2026

Common Raven

23/4/2026

Mountain Chickadee

13/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Totten Reservoir for birding?
The best months to visit Totten Reservoir for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Totten Reservoir?
Notable species at Totten Reservoir include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mallard, Lesser Scaup. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Totten Reservoir?
Birding at Totten Reservoir is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Totten Reservoir?
Totten Reservoir offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.