Ivins Reservoir (Fire Lake Park)

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
SummerFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Ivins Reservoir (Fire Lake Park) is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Coot, and American Avocet 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

Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

2/24/2026Pecon Rd, Washington US-UT 37.11462, -113.433061 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

2/24/2026Hurricane--SR9 WTP1 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

Common Merganser

63/5/2026

American Coot

53/5/2026

American Avocet

403/5/2026

Killdeer

53/5/2026

Great Egret

13/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/5/2026

Common Raven

13/5/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

13/5/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

13/5/2026

Abert's Towhee

13/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

203/5/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

23/5/2026

Canada Goose

13/5/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/5/2026

Gambel's Quail

13/4/2026

Mourning Dove

13/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

393/4/2026

California Gull

13/4/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

3/4/2026

Verdin

13/4/2026

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 Ivins Reservoir (Fire Lake Park) for birding?
The best months to visit Ivins Reservoir (Fire Lake Park) for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ivins Reservoir (Fire Lake Park)?
Notable species at Ivins Reservoir (Fire Lake Park) include Canada Goose, American Coot, American Avocet, Killdeer, Great Egret. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ivins Reservoir (Fire Lake Park)?
Birding at Ivins Reservoir (Fire Lake Park) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Ivins Reservoir (Fire Lake Park)?
Ivins Reservoir (Fire Lake Park) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.