Base de plein air de Ste-Foy

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, dawn to dusk

About This Location

Base de plein air de Ste-Foy is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, and American Three-toed Woodpecker 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

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

3/6/2026Rue Lambert Closse, Québec, Québec, CA (46,76, -71,31)1 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

3/4/2026Parc de la Montagne-des-Roches1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/4/2026Quartier Saint-David1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

3/1/2026Parc Victoria (cté Québec)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Downy Woodpecker

23/6/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

23/6/2026

American Crow

33/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

203/6/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

63/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/6/2026

Barred Owl

13/6/2026

American Three-toed Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Black-backed Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

23/6/2026

Brown Creeper

23/6/2026

Redpoll

103/6/2026

Common Raven

13/6/2026

American Robin

13/6/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

13/4/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

13/4/2026

Northern Shrike

13/4/2026

Blue Jay

13/4/2026

American Tree Sparrow

13/4/2026

White-throated Sparrow

13/3/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Scan the canopy edges at dawn for migrating warblers and other songbirds during spring and fall.

  5. 5

    Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Base de plein air de Ste-Foy for birding?
The best months to visit Base de plein air de Ste-Foy for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Base de plein air de Ste-Foy?
Notable species at Base de plein air de Ste-Foy include American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, American Three-toed Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Snowy Owl, Common Raven, Mourning Dove, White-breasted Nuthatch, Redpoll, Dark-eyed Junco, Wild Turkey. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Base de plein air de Ste-Foy?
Birding at Base de plein air de Ste-Foy is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Base de plein air de Ste-Foy?
There is no entrance fee at Base de plein air de Ste-Foy. Hours: Open daily, dawn to dusk.
What amenities are available at Base de plein air de Ste-Foy?
Base de plein air de Ste-Foy offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.