A river running through a lush green forest

Calgary - Inglewood Bird Sanctuary

Alberta · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, 5 AM - 9 PM

About This Location

Calgary - Inglewood Bird Sanctuary is a productive birding destination in Alberta, with 285 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Bald Eagle among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Purple Martin

Progne subis

8/23/2026233071–233099 Range Road 270, Wheatland County CA-AB 50.97949, -113.632987 observed

Hammond's Flycatcher

Empidonax hammondii

8/23/2026Calgary--Confederation Park1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

8/23/2026Calgary--New Brighton Pond1 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

8/23/2026Calgary--Carburn Park1 observed

Western Warbling Vireo

Vireo swainsoni

8/23/2026Calgary--Dale Hodges Park (Bowmont East)2 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

8/22/2026Carbon Park1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

8/22/2026Calgary--Confederation Park1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

8/22/2026Calgary--Confederation Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Downy Woodpecker

18/23/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

28/23/2026

Northern House Wren

18/23/2026

Cedar Waxwing

58/23/2026

Pine Siskin

18/23/2026

Chipping Sparrow

48/23/2026

Blackpoll Warbler

18/23/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

38/23/2026

Bald Eagle

28/23/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

18/23/2026

Magnolia Warbler

18/23/2026

Cooper's Hawk

18/23/2026

Wood Duck

228/23/2026

Mallard

148/23/2026

Common Merganser

28/23/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

18/23/2026

Osprey

18/23/2026

Swainson's Hawk

18/23/2026

Northern Flicker

18/23/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

58/23/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.

  2. 2

    Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

  4. 4

    Scan the canopy edges at dawn for migrating warblers and other songbirds during spring and fall.

  5. 5

    Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Calgary - Inglewood Bird Sanctuary for birding?
The best months to visit Calgary - Inglewood Bird Sanctuary for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Calgary - Inglewood Bird Sanctuary?
Notable species at Calgary - Inglewood Bird Sanctuary include Canada Goose, Mallard, Bald Eagle, Downy Woodpecker, Northern Shrike, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser, Ring-necked Pheasant, Black-billed Magpie, Common Raven, Bohemian Waxwing, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Calgary - Inglewood Bird Sanctuary?
Birding at Calgary - Inglewood Bird Sanctuary is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Calgary - Inglewood Bird Sanctuary?
There is no entrance fee at Calgary - Inglewood Bird Sanctuary. Hours: Open daily, 5 AM - 9 PM.
What amenities are available at Calgary - Inglewood Bird Sanctuary?
Calgary - Inglewood Bird Sanctuary offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.