Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 236 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Bald Eagle, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

Pine Grosbeak

Pinicola enucleator

3/5/2026Pooles Road5 observed

Eastern Bluebird

Sialia sialis

3/5/2026Minesing Wetlands--McKinnon Road2 observed

Northern Flicker

Colaptes auratus

3/5/202644.22043, -79.5573691 observed

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted)

Colaptes auratus

3/5/2026Minesing Wetlands--McKinnon Road1 observed

Brown-headed Cowbird

Molothrus ater

3/5/2026Innisfil--Innisfil Beach Park/Cedar Harbour1 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

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

White-winged Crossbill

Loxia leucoptera

3/4/2026Minesing Wetlands--McKinnon Road6 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

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

Black-backed Woodpecker

Picoides arcticus

2/24/2026Smith Tract Simcoe County Forest1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Trumpeter Swan

23/6/2026

Mourning Dove

33/6/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/6/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

93/6/2026

American Crow

33/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

73/6/2026

American Robin

13/6/2026

Canada Goose

23/5/2026

Bald Eagle

33/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/5/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Common Raven

13/5/2026

American Tree Sparrow

43/5/2026

Tundra Swan

13/5/2026

Rough-legged Hawk

13/5/2026

European Starling

43/5/2026

Evening Grosbeak

43/5/2026

American Goldfinch

23/5/2026

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 Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road for birding?
The best months to visit Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road?
Notable species at Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road include Mourning Dove, Bald Eagle, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road?
Birding at Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road?
Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.