Pointe de Maizerets

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

Pointe de Maizerets is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 277 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mallard, Bald Eagle, and American Crow 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-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

3/5/202638, chemin de l’Anse-Mercier, Saint-Michel-de-Bellechasse1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

3/5/2026rue Lambert-Closse1 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

Mallard

183/3/2026

Bald Eagle

13/3/2026

American Crow

53/3/2026

Redpoll

403/3/2026

American Goldfinch

13/3/2026

Snow Bunting

303/3/2026

Rock Pigeon

12/28/2026

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.

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