Matheson Wetlands Preserve - Main Pond & Boardwalk

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SummerFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Matheson Wetlands Preserve - Main Pond & Boardwalk is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Sandhill Crane, and Northern Harrier 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

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

3/4/2026Moab1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

3/2/2026Matheson Wetlands Preserve--Hwy 191 Overlook1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

2/27/2026Matheson Wetlands Preserve--Main Pond & Boardwalk4 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

33/4/2026

Sandhill Crane

23/4/2026

Northern Harrier

13/4/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/4/2026

Northern Flicker

123/4/2026

Say's Phoebe

13/4/2026

Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay

13/4/2026

Black-billed Magpie

53/4/2026

Common Raven

43/4/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

23/4/2026

Marsh Wren

13/4/2026

Townsend's Solitaire

13/4/2026

Hermit Thrush

13/4/2026

American Robin

43/4/2026

House Finch

83/4/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

23/4/2026

Song Sparrow

143/4/2026

Spotted Towhee

43/4/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

303/4/2026

Hooded Merganser

22/28/2026

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 Matheson Wetlands Preserve - Main Pond & Boardwalk for birding?
The best months to visit Matheson Wetlands Preserve - Main Pond & Boardwalk for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Matheson Wetlands Preserve - Main Pond & Boardwalk?
Notable species at Matheson Wetlands Preserve - Main Pond & Boardwalk include Canada Goose, Sandhill Crane, Northern Harrier, Red-tailed Hawk, Northern Flicker. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Matheson Wetlands Preserve - Main Pond & Boardwalk?
Birding at Matheson Wetlands Preserve - Main Pond & Boardwalk is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Matheson Wetlands Preserve - Main Pond & Boardwalk?
Matheson Wetlands Preserve - Main Pond & Boardwalk offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.