Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Lighthouse

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Lighthouse is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 247 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Greater Scaup, and White-winged Scoter 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

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

Green-winged Teal (American)

Anas crecca

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

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

3/1/2026N - Carmel Road3 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

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

2/28/2026Presqu'ile Provincial Park (general location)2 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

2/28/2026Presqu'ile Provincial Park (general location)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/1/2026

Greater Scaup

303/1/2026

White-winged Scoter

13/1/2026

Long-tailed Duck

53/1/2026

Bufflehead

33/1/2026

Common Goldeneye

203/1/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

23/1/2026

European Starling

43/1/2026

American Robin

23/1/2026

White-throated Sparrow

13/1/2026

American Herring Gull

12/28/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

12/28/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

12/28/2026

House Finch

12/28/2026

American Goldfinch

12/28/2026

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 Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Lighthouse for birding?
The best months to visit Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Lighthouse for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Lighthouse?
Notable species at Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Lighthouse include Canada Goose, Greater Scaup, White-winged Scoter, Long-tailed Duck, Bufflehead. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Lighthouse?
Birding at Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Lighthouse is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Lighthouse?
Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Lighthouse offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.