Floradale - Woolwich Reservoir

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Floradale - Woolwich Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/5/2026Cambridge--Hespeler Mill Pond (Ellacott Landing)11 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/4/2026Riverside Park, Cambridge1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/4/2026Speed River trail from Edinburgh to Gordon, Guelph1 observed

Canvasback

Aythya valisineria

3/3/2026Speed River Trail--Wellington Rd 32 east towards Guelph1 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

3/3/2026Waterloo--Hillside Trails1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/1/2026Glen Allan Park and Bridge, Conestogo River3 observed

Northern Shoveler

Spatula clypeata

3/1/2026Speed and Eramosa River confluence, Guelph2 observed

Redpoll

Acanthis flammea

3/1/20267181–7253 Fifth Line, Wellington North CA-ON 43.83105, -80.4242710 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

2/28/2026Waterloo--Winchester Park5 observed

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Floradale - Woolwich Reservoir for birding?
The best months to visit Floradale - Woolwich Reservoir for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Floradale - Woolwich Reservoir?
Notable species at Floradale - Woolwich Reservoir include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Floradale - Woolwich Reservoir?
Birding at Floradale - Woolwich Reservoir is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Floradale - Woolwich Reservoir?
Floradale - Woolwich Reservoir offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.