Pointe à John (quai & base de plein air)

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Pointe à John (quai & base de plein air) is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mallard, American Black Duck, 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

Brant

Branta bernicla

3/4/2026Camping Bon-Désir9 observed

White-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta carolinensis

3/2/2026Chez moi1 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

3/2/2026Chez moi1 observed

Gray Partridge

Perdix perdix

2/27/2026Chemin Pettigrew, Saint-Éloi, Québec, CA (48,058, -69,281)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

33/4/2026

American Black Duck

813/4/2026

Common Goldeneye

763/4/2026

Barrow's Goldeneye

923/4/2026

American Herring Gull

13/4/2026

Iceland Gull

33/4/2026

Common Merganser

22/23/2026

Redpoll

52/23/2026

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 Pointe à John (quai & base de plein air) for birding?
The best months to visit Pointe à John (quai & base de plein air) for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Pointe à John (quai & base de plein air)?
Notable species at Pointe à John (quai & base de plein air) include Mallard, American Black Duck, Common Goldeneye, Barrow's Goldeneye, American Herring Gull. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pointe à John (quai & base de plein air)?
Birding at Pointe à John (quai & base de plein air) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Pointe à John (quai & base de plein air)?
Pointe à John (quai & base de plein air) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.