Bear River MBR - Auto Tour Loop

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
SummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Bear River MBR - Auto Tour Loop is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 264 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Tundra Swan, American Avocet, and Black-crowned Night Heron among many others. Elevation changes create diverse habitats, from riparian valleys to alpine meadows, supporting a wide range of species.

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

Clark's Grebe

Aechmophorus clarkii

3/5/2026Bird Refuge Rd, Corinne US-UT 41.47606, -112.224837 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

3/3/2026Bear River MBR--Auto Tour Loop3 observed

Western Grebe

Aechmophorus occidentalis

3/3/2026Bear River MBR--Auto Tour Loop3 observed

Marbled Godwit

Limosa fedoa

3/2/2026Bear River MBR--Auto Tour Loop170 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

2/28/2026Promontory Road1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Tundra Swan

23/3/2026

American Avocet

23/3/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

13/3/2026

Northern Harrier

13/3/2026

Bald Eagle

13/3/2026

Canada Goose

103/3/2026

Northern Shoveler

203/3/2026

Common Goldeneye

13/3/2026

Common Merganser

43/3/2026

American Coot

103/3/2026

Sandhill Crane

23/3/2026

Killdeer

13/3/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

43/3/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/3/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/3/2026

Rough-legged Hawk

13/3/2026

European Starling

23/3/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

13/3/2026

Cinnamon Teal

143/3/2026

Gadwall

103/3/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bear River MBR - Auto Tour Loop for birding?
The best months to visit Bear River MBR - Auto Tour Loop for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Bear River MBR - Auto Tour Loop?
Notable species at Bear River MBR - Auto Tour Loop include Tundra Swan, American Avocet, Black-crowned Night Heron, Northern Harrier, Bald Eagle. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bear River MBR - Auto Tour Loop?
Birding at Bear River MBR - Auto Tour Loop is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Bear River MBR - Auto Tour Loop?
Bear River MBR - Auto Tour Loop offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.