Farmington Bay Wildlife Management Area
Utah · Rocky Mountains
Moderate
June-October
Free
Open daily, dawn to dusk
About This Location
Farmington Bay Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 261 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and Wood Duck 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
Horned Grebe
Podiceps auritus
Long-tailed Duck
Clangula hyemalis
Blue-winged Teal
Spatula discors
Common Loon
Gavia immer
Savannah Sparrow
Passerculus sandwichensis
Snow Goose
Anser caerulescens
Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted x Red-shafted)
Colaptes auratus
Black-necked Stilt
Himantopus mexicanus
Red-shouldered Hawk
Buteo lineatus
Orange-crowned Warbler
Leiothlypis celata
Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle)
Setophaga coronata
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Tundra Swan
Cinnamon Teal
Northern Shoveler
Gadwall
American Wigeon
Mallard
Northern Pintail
Green-winged Teal
Redhead
Ring-necked Duck
Common Goldeneye
Hooded Merganser
Ring-necked Pheasant
Virginia Rail
American Coot
Sandhill Crane
American Avocet
Killdeer
Greater Yellowlegs
Birding Tips
- 1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
- 2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
- 3
Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.
- 4
Onshore winds can push pelagic species closer to shore, making post-storm days excellent for rarities.
- 5
Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve
- Antelope Island State Park
- Ogden Bay WMA
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