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Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan)

Quebec · Canada

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan) is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts American Black Duck, Mourning Dove, and American Herring Gull 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

American Black DuckMourning DoveAmerican Herring GullDowny WoodpeckerAmerican Crow

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Northern Flicker

Colaptes auratus

3/4/2026Pointe Paradis1 observed

Willow Ptarmigan

Lagopus lagopus

3/3/202645 Rue Labrie, Pointe-aux-Outardes CA-QC 49.04223, -68.447723 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

2/22/202618–98 Rue Gaston, Les Buissons CA-QC 49.09595, -68.392591 observed

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.

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan) for birding?▼
The best months to visit Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan) for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan)?▼
Notable species at Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan) include American Black Duck, Mourning Dove, American Herring Gull, Downy Woodpecker, American Crow. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan)?▼
Birding at Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan)?▼
Parc des pionniers (cté Manicouagan) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.