Mitchell's Bay South Lake Shore (Nature) Trail

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
CoastalLake
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Mitchell's Bay South Lake Shore (Nature) Trail is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 223 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and Mallard 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

3/6/2026Algonac SP1 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

3/3/2026Harsens Island1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/2/2026Chatham--Maple Leaf Cemetery1 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

3/2/2026Harsens Island2 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

3/2/2026Sombra-McKeough Outlet1 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

3/1/2026Algonac SP1 observed

Ruddy Duck

Oxyura jamaicensis

2/27/2026Sombra--riverfront1 observed

Redhead x Ring-necked Duck (hybrid)

Aythya americana x collaris

2/22/2026Sombra--waterfront1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

2/21/20264230 Saint Clair Parkway, Port Lambton, Ontario, CA (42.667, -82.505)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

1503/4/2026

Tundra Swan

223/4/2026

Mallard

243/4/2026

Northern Pintail

13/4/2026

Mourning Dove

23/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

73/4/2026

Northern Harrier

13/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

43/4/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/4/2026

American Crow

103/4/2026

European Starling

123/4/2026

American Robin

63/4/2026

American Tree Sparrow

113/4/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

303/4/2026

Song Sparrow

13/4/2026

Swamp Sparrow

13/4/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

253/4/2026

Common Grackle

103/4/2026

Northern Cardinal

43/4/2026

Mute Swan

22/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Mitchell's Bay South Lake Shore (Nature) Trail for birding?
The best months to visit Mitchell's Bay South Lake Shore (Nature) Trail for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Mitchell's Bay South Lake Shore (Nature) Trail?
Notable species at Mitchell's Bay South Lake Shore (Nature) Trail include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Mallard, Northern Pintail, Mourning Dove. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mitchell's Bay South Lake Shore (Nature) Trail?
Birding at Mitchell's Bay South Lake Shore (Nature) Trail is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Mitchell's Bay South Lake Shore (Nature) Trail?
Mitchell's Bay South Lake Shore (Nature) Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.