Bountiful Pond

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Bountiful Pond is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 236 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Common Goldeneye 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

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

3/6/2026Lee Kay Ponds1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

3/5/2026Little Dell Reservoir2 observed

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted x Red-shafted)

Colaptes auratus

3/4/2026Backyard1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

3/4/2026Farmington Bay WMA5 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/3/2026Jensen Nature Park1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/3/2026Home1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle)

Setophaga coronata

3/2/2026Backyard2 observed

Northern Shoveler x American Wigeon (hybrid)

Spatula clypeata x Mareca americana

3/1/2026Lee Kay Ponds1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

63/6/2026

Mallard

93/6/2026

Green-winged Teal

23/6/2026

American Coot

1203/6/2026

Killdeer

13/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

33/6/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

13/6/2026

California Gull

73/6/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

43/6/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

123/6/2026

House Sparrow

33/6/2026

House Finch

43/6/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

73/6/2026

Song Sparrow

13/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

203/6/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

33/6/2026

Gadwall

3/6/2026

Sandhill Crane

13/6/2026

American Herring Gull

13/6/2026

Bald Eagle

13/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bountiful Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Bountiful Pond for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Bountiful Pond?
Notable species at Bountiful Pond include Canada Goose, Mallard, Common Goldeneye, Rock Pigeon, American Coot. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bountiful Pond?
Birding at Bountiful Pond is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Bountiful Pond?
Bountiful Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.