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Birding Near Boise, ID

10 birding locations within 50 miles

Idaho · United States

10

Locations

26+

Species

4

Habitats

2

Peak Seasons

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Birding Locations Near Boise

Urban Park birding habitat

Idaho

9.5 mi away

Easy

Foote Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in Idaho with 217 recorded species.

Urban ParkSummerFall
River/Riparian birding habitat

Idaho

11.2 mi away

Moderate

Blacks Creek Bird Reserve

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Idaho with 251 recorded species.

River/RiparianSummerFall
Lake birding habitat

Idaho

18.3 mi away

Moderate

Indian Creek Reservoir

Lake birding hotspot in Idaho with 215 recorded species.

LakeRiver/RiparianSummerFall
Wetland birding habitat

Idaho

20.7 mi away

Moderate

Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge - Kingfisher Trail

Wetland birding hotspot in Idaho with 223 recorded species.

WetlandSummerFall
Wetland birding habitat

Idaho

22.0 mi away

Moderate

Montour Wildlife Management Area

Wetland birding hotspot in Idaho with 202 recorded species.

WetlandSummerFall
Wetland birding habitat

Idaho

23.5 mi away

Moderate

Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge - General

Wetland birding hotspot in Idaho with 237 recorded species.

WetlandSummerFall
Wetland birding habitat

Idaho

26.5 mi away

Moderate

Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge - Lower Dam

Wetland birding hotspot in Idaho with 214 recorded species.

WetlandSummerFall
Urban Park birding habitat

Idaho

27.1 mi away

Easy

Swan Falls Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in Idaho with 211 recorded species.

Urban ParkSummerFall
Wetland birding habitat

Idaho

42.0 mi away

Moderate

Ted Trueblood Wildlife Management Area

Wetland birding hotspot in Idaho with 215 recorded species.

WetlandSummerFall
Wetland birding habitat

Idaho

42.9 mi away

Moderate

Fort Boise Wildlife Management Area

Wetland birding hotspot in Idaho with 223 recorded species.

WetlandSummerFall

Top Species Near Boise

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

Canada GooseMallardAmerican CrowBlack-capped ChickadeeHouse FinchSnow GooseTrumpeter SwanNorthern ShovelerGadwallGreater White-fronted GooseTundra SwanWood DuckAmerican WigeonGreat Blue HeronRed-winged BlackbirdGreen HeronVirginia RailCackling GooseCommon GoldeneyeAmerican CootAmerican RobinCalifornia QuailKilldeerRoss's GooseRedhead+1 more

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Wetland6 locations
Urban Park2 locations
River/Riparian2 locations
Lake1 location

Best Seasons:

Summer10 locations
Fall10 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near Boise, ID?▼
Top birding locations within 50 miles of Boise include Foote Park, Blacks Creek Bird Reserve, Indian Creek Reservoir, Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge - Kingfisher Trail, Montour Wildlife Management Area. These spots offer urban park, river/riparian, lake habitats.
What birds can I see near Boise?▼
Birders near Boise can spot species including Canada Goose, Mallard, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, House Finch, Snow Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Northern Shoveler. The area's 4 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near Boise?▼
The best seasons for birding near Boise are Summer and Fall. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near Boise?▼
There are 10 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Boise, ID, ranging from 9.5 to 42.9 miles from the city center.

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