Parc des Hauts-Fonds

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Parc des Hauts-Fonds is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Common Merganser, Bald Eagle, and Hairy 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

33/6/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

43/6/2026

American Crow

43/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

123/6/2026

Common Merganser

23/5/2026

Bald Eagle

13/5/2026

Mallard

23/4/2026

Barred Owl

13/4/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/4/2026

American Goldfinch

23/4/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/4/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

113/2/2026

Mourning Dove

22/28/2026

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 Parc des Hauts-Fonds for birding?
The best months to visit Parc des Hauts-Fonds for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Parc des Hauts-Fonds?
Notable species at Parc des Hauts-Fonds include Common Merganser, Bald Eagle, Hairy Woodpecker, Black-capped Chickadee, American Crow. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Parc des Hauts-Fonds?
Birding at Parc des Hauts-Fonds is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Parc des Hauts-Fonds?
Parc des Hauts-Fonds offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.