MacGregor Point Provincial Park

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

MacGregor Point Provincial Park is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts American Herring Gull, American Crow, and Black-capped Chickadee 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

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted)

Colaptes auratus

3/6/202690 Bruce County Road 15, Cargill, Ontario, CA (44.216, -81.24)1 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/6/2026Confluence of Saugeen & Teeswater Rivers, Paisley1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

3/6/202694 County Road 15, Brockton CA-ON 44.21568, -81.240171 observed

Northern Flicker

Colaptes auratus

3/5/2026162–184 County Road 15, Brockton CA-ON 44.21425, -81.249621 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Herring Gull

13/4/2026

American Crow

33/4/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

43/4/2026

Long-tailed Duck

22/26/2026

Common Goldeneye

52/26/2026

Common Merganser

12/26/2026

Bald Eagle

12/26/2026

Common Raven

12/26/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.

  2. 2

    Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit MacGregor Point Provincial Park for birding?
The best months to visit MacGregor Point Provincial Park for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at MacGregor Point Provincial Park?
Notable species at MacGregor Point Provincial Park include American Herring Gull, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, Long-tailed Duck, Common Goldeneye. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at MacGregor Point Provincial Park?
Birding at MacGregor Point Provincial Park is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at MacGregor Point Provincial Park?
MacGregor Point Provincial Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.