Parc des Rapides

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Parc des Rapides is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Common Goldeneye 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

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/6/2026Barrage du Grand-Moulin1 observed

European Robin

Erithacus rubecula

3/6/2026poste d'observation Rougegorge familier, Montréal (2026)1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/6/2026Bassin sud Pont Marchand2 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

3/6/2026Parc de la Centrale3 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

3/6/2026Cimetière de Laval/Mt. Pleasant1 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

3/6/2026Bassin sud Pont Marchand1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Goldeneye

53/6/2026

Common Merganser

13/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/6/2026

American Crow

13/6/2026

Canada Goose

53/5/2026

Mallard

63/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/5/2026

Hooded Merganser

23/5/2026

Rock Pigeon

43/5/2026

American Herring Gull

13/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/5/2026

European Starling

193/5/2026

American Robin

63/5/2026

House Sparrow

423/5/2026

House Finch

13/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

23/5/2026

Bald Eagle

13/4/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

13/4/2026

Common Raven

13/4/2026

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