Tiny Marsh

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Tiny Marsh is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 245 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Black-backed Woodpecker

Picoides arcticus

3/6/2026Simcoe County Forest, Swaile Tract1 observed

Pine Grosbeak

Pinicola enucleator

3/6/2026Simcoe County Forest Dorion Tract #210 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/6/2026Auto selected 44.68707, -79.860841 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/6/2026Simcoe County Forest - Cedar Point Tract7 observed

Eastern Meadowlark

Sturnella magna

3/6/202621 Bachly Ave, Oro-Medonte CA-ON 44.64938, -79.671531 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

3/5/2026Simcoe County Forest, Swaile Tract1 observed

White-winged Crossbill

Loxia leucoptera

3/5/2026Simcoe County Forest, Swaile Tract2 observed

Eastern Bluebird

Sialia sialis

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

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

3/5/2026Aberdeen Storm Water Pond1 observed

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted)

Colaptes auratus

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

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

3/5/2026Collingwood Arboretum trails1 observed

Northern Saw-whet Owl

Aegolius acadicus

3/4/2026Simcoe County Forest, Swaile Tract1 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Tiny Marsh for birding?
The best months to visit Tiny Marsh for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tiny Marsh?
Notable species at Tiny Marsh include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tiny Marsh?
Birding at Tiny Marsh is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Tiny Marsh?
Tiny Marsh offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.