Lynde Shores CA - Cranberry Marsh

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, dawn to dusk

About This Location

Lynde Shores CA - Cranberry Marsh is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 299 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Wood Duck 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

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/5/2026Lynde Shores CA1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

3/5/2026Oshawa--McLaughlin Bay/McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve1 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

3/4/2026Markham--Milne Dam Conservation Park1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

3/4/2026Whitby--Thickson's Woods1 observed

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

3/3/2026Unionville--Toogood Pond1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/3/2026Lynde Shores CA--Cranberry Marsh1 observed

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

3/1/2026backyard11 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/6/2026

Wood Duck

13/6/2026

Mallard

283/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

53/6/2026

Mourning Dove

33/6/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/6/2026

American Crow

23/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

153/6/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

13/6/2026

Pine Siskin

103/6/2026

American Tree Sparrow

83/6/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

83/6/2026

White-throated Sparrow

23/6/2026

Song Sparrow

43/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

13/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

53/6/2026

American Robin

13/5/2026

American Black Duck

23/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

  4. 4

    Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.

  5. 5

    Peak spring migration runs mid-May in this region — plan visits around this window for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lynde Shores CA - Cranberry Marsh for birding?
The best months to visit Lynde Shores CA - Cranberry Marsh for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lynde Shores CA - Cranberry Marsh?
Notable species at Lynde Shores CA - Cranberry Marsh include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Wood Duck, Mallard, Bufflehead, Mourning Dove, Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Blue Jay, American Crow. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lynde Shores CA - Cranberry Marsh?
Birding at Lynde Shores CA - Cranberry Marsh is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Lynde Shores CA - Cranberry Marsh?
There is no entrance fee at Lynde Shores CA - Cranberry Marsh. Hours: Open daily, dawn to dusk.
What amenities are available at Lynde Shores CA - Cranberry Marsh?
Lynde Shores CA - Cranberry Marsh offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.