Jackson Flat Reservoir
Utah · Rocky Mountains
Moderate
June-October
About This Location
Jackson Flat Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Ruddy 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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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Sandhill Crane
Antigone canadensis
Rufous-crowned Sparrow
Aimophila ruficeps
Ring-necked Duck
Aythya collaris
Harris's Sparrow
Zonotrichia querula
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Mallard
Ruddy Duck
Eurasian Collared-Dove
American Coot
Ring-billed Gull
Pied-billed Grebe
Belted Kingfisher
Bewick's Wren
Song Sparrow
Western Meadowlark
Red-winged Blackbird
Northern Shoveler
Northern Pintail
Green-winged Teal
Canvasback
Bufflehead
Hooded Merganser
Killdeer
House Finch
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
- 2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
- 3
Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.
Amenities
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