Dundas Marsh/Cootes Paradise

Ontario · Canada

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Habitat

Wetland

Best Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Dundas Marsh/Cootes Paradise is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 291 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Great Blue Heron 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

Great Blue Heron Red-winged Blackbird Mallard Green Heron Virginia Rail

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/6/2026Oakville--Bronte Harbour1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/5/202616 Nightingale Street, Hamilton, Ontario, CA (43.254, -79.851)1 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/5/2026Oakville--Bronte Harbour1 observed

American Woodcock

Scolopax minor

3/4/2026Waterdown wildyard (private)1 observed

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

3/4/2026Caledonia--Kinsmen Park3 observed

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

3/4/2026484–598 Powerline Rd, Hamilton CA-ON 43.19649, -79.715971 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Audubon's)

Setophaga coronata

3/4/2026Oakville--Sedgewick Forest Park1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (abieticola)

Buteo jamaicensis

3/4/2026Stoney Creek--Saltfleet CA1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

3/4/2026Beamer Memorial CA5 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/4/2026Saint George, My Yard, Ontario, CA (43.24, -80.246)1 observed

Mallard x Northern Pintail (hybrid)

Anas platyrhynchos x acuta

3/2/2026Burlington--LaSalle Park/Marina1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Great Blue Heron

13/4/2026

Birding Tips

1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
3
Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Dundas Marsh/Cootes Paradise for birding?▼

The best months to visit Dundas Marsh/Cootes Paradise for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Dundas Marsh/Cootes Paradise?▼

Notable species at Dundas Marsh/Cootes Paradise include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Dundas Marsh/Cootes Paradise?▼

Birding at Dundas Marsh/Cootes Paradise is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Dundas Marsh/Cootes Paradise?▼

Dundas Marsh/Cootes Paradise offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.