Rockport Reservoir & State Park

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SummerFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Rockport Reservoir & State Park is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 236 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Sandhill Crane, Killdeer, and Canada Goose 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

Common Loon

Gavia immer

3/5/2026Little Dell Reservoir2 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

3/5/2026Rockport Reservoir State Park, Peoa US-UT 40.75484, -111.371872 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/5/2026Rockport Reservoir State Park, Peoa US-UT 40.75484, -111.371871 observed

Clark's Grebe

Aechmophorus clarkii

3/4/2026Echo Reservoir1 observed

American Herring Gull

Larus smithsonianus

3/4/2026Rockport Reservoir & SP1 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

3/3/2026Henefer - East Canyon Road2 observed

Lewis's Woodpecker

Melanerpes lewis

3/1/2026Lower River Rd.--Woodland1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/1/2026Rockport Reservoir & SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Sandhill Crane

23/5/2026

Killdeer

13/5/2026

Canada Goose

1503/4/2026

Gadwall

43/4/2026

American Wigeon

203/4/2026

Mallard

23/4/2026

Northern Pintail

23/4/2026

Green-winged Teal

33/4/2026

Redhead

23/4/2026

Common Goldeneye

43/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

43/4/2026

California Gull

3203/4/2026

Golden Eagle

13/4/2026

Black-billed Magpie

23/4/2026

House Sparrow

23/4/2026

Lesser Scaup

153/4/2026

Barrow's Goldeneye

13/4/2026

Common Merganser

403/4/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

13/4/2026

Bald Eagle

23/4/2026

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 Rockport Reservoir & State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Rockport Reservoir & State Park for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Rockport Reservoir & State Park?
Notable species at Rockport Reservoir & State Park include Sandhill Crane, Killdeer, Canada Goose, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Rockport Reservoir & State Park?
Birding at Rockport 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 Rockport Reservoir & State Park?
Rockport Reservoir & State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.