East Canyon State Park - Reservoir

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
LakeCanyon
Best Seasons
SummerFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

East Canyon State Park - Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This lake and canyon habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Bufflehead 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

Common Loon

Gavia immer

3/5/2026Little Dell Reservoir2 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

3/5/2026Rockport Reservoir State Park, Peoa US-UT 40.75484, -111.371872 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/5/2026Rockport Reservoir State Park, Peoa US-UT 40.75484, -111.371871 observed

Clark's Grebe

Aechmophorus clarkii

3/4/2026Echo Reservoir1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

3/4/2026Farmington Bay WMA5 observed

American Herring Gull

Larus smithsonianus

3/4/2026Rockport Reservoir & SP1 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

3/3/2026Henefer - East Canyon Road2 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/1/2026Bountiful Pond1 observed

Black-necked Stilt (Black-necked)

Himantopus mexicanus

3/1/2026Farmington Bay WMA5 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/1/2026Rockport Reservoir & SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

63/4/2026

Mallard

23/4/2026

Bufflehead

23/4/2026

Common Goldeneye

303/4/2026

Barrow's Goldeneye

23/4/2026

American Coot

303/4/2026

Killdeer

13/4/2026

Golden Eagle

13/4/2026

Black-billed Magpie

13/4/2026

European Starling

83/4/2026

Mountain Bluebird

33/4/2026

American Robin

13/4/2026

Song Sparrow

13/4/2026

Spotted Towhee

13/4/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

203/4/2026

Northern Shoveler

63/1/2026

Green-winged Teal

43/1/2026

Sandhill Crane

23/1/2026

Northern Flicker

13/1/2026

House Finch

83/1/2026

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 East Canyon State Park - Reservoir for birding?
The best months to visit East Canyon State Park - Reservoir for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at East Canyon State Park - Reservoir?
Notable species at East Canyon State Park - Reservoir include Canada Goose, Mallard, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Barrow's Goldeneye. The area supports lake, canyon habitats.
How difficult is birding at East Canyon State Park - Reservoir?
Birding at East Canyon State Park - Reservoir is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at East Canyon State Park - Reservoir?
East Canyon State Park - Reservoir offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.