Kelowna - Munson Pond

British Columbia · Canada

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Kelowna - Munson Pond is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Wood Duck 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

Cackling Goose Canada Goose Wood Duck Gadwall American Wigeon

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/19/2026Rose Valley Regional Park--Reservoir Road2 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

6/8/2026Kelowna--Maude-Roxby Sanctuary1 observed

Bobolink

Dolichonyx oryzivorus

6/6/2026Kelowna--Robert Lake1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

46/18/2026

Mallard

146/18/2026

California Quail

46/18/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

26/18/2026

Mourning Dove

26/18/2026

Vaux's Swift

16/18/2026

Killdeer

16/18/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

16/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

26/18/2026

Osprey

16/18/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

16/18/2026

Downy Woodpecker

26/18/2026

Northern Flicker

36/18/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

16/18/2026

Willow Flycatcher

26/18/2026

Eastern Kingbird

26/18/2026

Western Warbling Vireo

16/18/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

26/18/2026

Tree Swallow

26/18/2026

Violet-green Swallow

16/18/2026

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

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Kelowna - Munson Pond for birding?▼

The best months to visit Kelowna - Munson Pond for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Kelowna - Munson Pond?▼

Notable species at Kelowna - Munson Pond include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Kelowna - Munson Pond?▼

Birding at Kelowna - Munson Pond is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Kelowna - Munson Pond?▼

Kelowna - Munson Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.