Sand Hollow Reservoir & State Park

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SummerFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Sand Hollow Reservoir & State Park is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 258 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and American Wigeon 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

Rufous-crowned Sparrow

Aimophila ruficeps

3/6/2026Coalpits Wash1 observed

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

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

Canada Goose

2/27/2026

Northern Shoveler

62/27/2026

American Wigeon

172/27/2026

Mallard

72/27/2026

Northern Pintail

62/27/2026

Green-winged Teal

122/27/2026

Redhead

272/27/2026

Lesser Scaup

212/27/2026

Bufflehead

142/27/2026

Common Goldeneye

182/27/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

12/27/2026

Ruddy Duck

7002/27/2026

Gambel's Quail

202/27/2026

American Coot

40002/27/2026

American Avocet

222/27/2026

Ring-billed Gull

852/27/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

282/27/2026

Horned Grebe

52/27/2026

Eared Grebe

3002/27/2026

Western Grebe

832/27/2026

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