Sunnyside Beach

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Sunnyside Beach is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 257 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

King Eider

Somateria spectabilis

3/5/2026Tommy Thompson Park1 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

3/5/2026High Park--Wendigo Creek1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/5/2026Colonel Samuel Smith Park1 observed

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

3/5/2026Cherry St, Toronto CA-ON (43.6471,-79.3556)1 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

3/5/2026Toronto Pearson International Airport, Mississauga CA-ON 43.67551, -79.658011 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

3/5/2026Tommy Thompson Park1 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

3/4/2026Markham--Milne Dam Conservation Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

13/3/2026

Mute Swan

83/3/2026

Mallard

103/3/2026

White-winged Scoter

13/3/2026

Long-tailed Duck

53/3/2026

Bufflehead

23/3/2026

Common Goldeneye

53/3/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

23/3/2026

Rock Pigeon

103/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

503/3/2026

American Herring Gull

303/3/2026

American Crow

13/3/2026

House Sparrow

103/3/2026

American Black Duck

23/2/2026

Redhead

1003/2/2026

Greater Scaup

33/2/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/2/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

53/2/2026

Trumpeter Swan

23/1/2026

Gadwall

43/1/2026

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 Sunnyside Beach for birding?
The best months to visit Sunnyside Beach for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sunnyside Beach?
Notable species at Sunnyside Beach include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Mallard, White-winged Scoter, Long-tailed Duck. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sunnyside Beach?
Birding at Sunnyside Beach is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Sunnyside Beach?
Sunnyside Beach offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.