Gunlock Reservoir & State Park

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Gunlock Reservoir & State Park is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Redhead 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

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

3/5/2026Slick Rock Park1 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

2/25/2026Sullivan park on the virgin river in Washington, UT,3 observed

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

2/24/2026Beaver Dam Wash National Conservation Area3 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

2/21/2026Virgin River Trail1 observed

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

2/21/2026Snow Canyon SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/1/2026

Mallard

13/1/2026

Redhead

303/1/2026

Ring-necked Duck

103/1/2026

Common Merganser

23/1/2026

Ruddy Duck

13/1/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

13/1/2026

American Coot

23/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/1/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/1/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

63/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/1/2026

Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay

33/1/2026

Common Raven

23/1/2026

Rock Wren

13/1/2026

Canyon Wren

13/1/2026

Bewick's Wren

13/1/2026

House Finch

33/1/2026

Song Sparrow

13/1/2026

Northern Shoveler

42/28/2026

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