Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island

Ontario · Canada

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Habitat

Coastal

Best Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Greater Scaup, Mourning Dove, and Ring-billed Gull 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

Greater Scaup Mourning Dove Ring-billed Gull American Herring Gull Golden-crowned Kinglet

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Canvasback x Redhead (hybrid)

Aythya valisineria x americana

3/6/2026Presqu'ile--Government Dock1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

3/5/2026N-McRae yard-31 George St., Brighton1 observed

Common Goldeneye x Hooded Merganser (hybrid)

Bucephala clangula x Lophodytes cucullatus

3/4/2026Presqu'ile--Government Dock1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

3/4/2026Silver Maple/Caradoc Rd Ontario, CA (44.107, -78.046)11 observed

Green-winged Teal (American)

Anas crecca

3/3/2026Barcovan Beach--Weller's Bay1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

3/1/2026Frankford--Trent River1 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

2/28/2026Presqu'ile--Government Dock1 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

2/28/2026Presqu'ile--Government Dock1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Greater Scaup

5003/1/2026

Mourning Dove

33/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

20003/1/2026

American Herring Gull

2003/1/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

13/1/2026

Birding Tips

1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
3
Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

Visitor Center

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island for birding?▼

The best months to visit Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island?▼

Notable species at Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island include Greater Scaup, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, Golden-crowned Kinglet. The area supports coastal habitats.

How difficult is birding at Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island?▼

Birding at Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.

What amenities are available at Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island?▼

Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.