Collingwood Arboretum trails

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
ForestUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Collingwood Arboretum trails is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This forest and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Mallard among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

3/5/2026Collingwood Arboretum trails1 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

3/4/2026Wasaga- SHORE LINE RD/CEDAR GROVE1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

2/28/2026Minesing Wetlands--Strongville Rd1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

93/5/2026

Mute Swan

653/5/2026

Mallard

2603/5/2026

American Black Duck

123/5/2026

Mallard x American Black Duck (hybrid)

13/5/2026

Northern Pintail

33/5/2026

Redhead

13/5/2026

Bufflehead

33/5/2026

Common Goldeneye

53/5/2026

Common Merganser

43/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

113/5/2026

American Herring Gull

43/5/2026

American Crow

23/5/2026

Common Raven

13/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

43/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/5/2026

European Starling

93/4/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

13/2/2026

Trumpeter Swan

682/28/2026

Greater Scaup

22/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Collingwood Arboretum trails for birding?
The best months to visit Collingwood Arboretum trails for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Collingwood Arboretum trails?
Notable species at Collingwood Arboretum trails include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Mallard, American Black Duck, Mallard x American Black Duck (hybrid). The area supports forest, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Collingwood Arboretum trails?
Birding at Collingwood Arboretum trails is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Collingwood Arboretum trails?
Collingwood Arboretum trails offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.