CJ Strike Wildlife Management Area - Jack's Creek

Idaho · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
River/RiparianWetland
Best Seasons
SummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

CJ Strike Wildlife Management Area - Jack's Creek is a productive birding destination in Idaho, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and Mallard 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

3/4/2026Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, Mountain Home, Idaho, US (43.119, -115.647)1 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

3/2/2026Trueblood Lane, Grand View1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/2/2026Trueblood Lane, Grand View

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

3/2/2026Ted Trueblood WMA--South Ponds1 observed

Cinnamon Teal

Spatula cyanoptera

3/1/2026CJ Strike WMA--Bruneau Duck Ponds1 observed

Burrowing Owl

Athene cunicularia

2/28/2026Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey, Grand View US-ID 43.04042, -116.022381 observed

Mountain Plover

Anarhynchus montanus

2/27/20263982 Grandview Rd, Grand View US-ID (43.0415,-116.0260)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

50003/1/2026

Canada Goose

83/1/2026

Mallard

23/1/2026

American Coot

83/1/2026

Killdeer

13/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

153/1/2026

California Gull

23/1/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

33/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

23/1/2026

American Crow

23/1/2026

Marsh Wren

43/1/2026

Bewick's Wren

13/1/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/1/2026

American Robin

383/1/2026

Cedar Waxwing

23/1/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

63/1/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

183/1/2026

Song Sparrow

83/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

953/1/2026

Green-winged Teal

62/27/2026

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 CJ Strike Wildlife Management Area - Jack's Creek for birding?
The best months to visit CJ Strike Wildlife Management Area - Jack's Creek for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at CJ Strike Wildlife Management Area - Jack's Creek?
Notable species at CJ Strike Wildlife Management Area - Jack's Creek include Snow Goose, Canada Goose, Mallard, American Coot, Killdeer. The area supports river/riparian, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at CJ Strike Wildlife Management Area - Jack's Creek?
Birding at CJ Strike Wildlife Management Area - Jack's Creek is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at CJ Strike Wildlife Management Area - Jack's Creek?
CJ Strike Wildlife Management Area - Jack's Creek offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.