RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mourning Dove, White-breasted Nuthatch, and Canada Goose 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

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/5/2026Robert Moses SP, Massena--Hawkins Point2 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

3/4/2026Canal du Pygargue3 observed

Ring-billed Gull

Larus delawarensis

2/28/2026Montée Smellie, Godmanchester3 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

2/21/2026Trillium Drive, Cornwall, Ontario, CA (45.027, -74.816)4 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

253/4/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/4/2026

Canada Goose

22/28/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/28/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/28/2026

Blue Jay

82/28/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

62/28/2026

American Tree Sparrow

262/28/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

92/28/2026

Northern Cardinal

22/28/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

12/21/2026

American Crow

12/21/2026

Pine Grosbeak

12/21/2026

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 RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser for birding?
The best months to visit RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser?
Notable species at RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser include Mourning Dove, White-breasted Nuthatch, Canada Goose, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser?
Birding at RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser?
RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.