Lake birding habitat

Kelowna - Munson Pond

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
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

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Lesser Goldfinch

Spinus psaltria

4/21/2026Home

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

4/20/2026Kelowna--Maude-Roxby Sanctuary1 observed

Cassin's Vireo

Vireo cassinii

4/18/2026Kelowna--Munson Pond1 observed

Dusky Flycatcher

Empidonax oberholseri

4/17/2026Winfield Creek Preserve1 observed

Vaux's Swift

Chaetura vauxi

4/16/2026Art pond2 observed

Cackling Goose (minima)

Branta hutchinsii

4/14/2026Kelowna--Munson Pond2 observed

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

4/13/2026470 Banks Rd, Kelowna CA-BC 49.88395, -119.422231 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/13/2026Kelowna--Joe Rich Grasslands and Woodland trail1 observed

Anna's Hummingbird

Calypte anna

4/13/2026The University of British Columbia, Kelowna CA-BC 49.93951, -119.394851 observed

Northern House Wren (Northern)

Troglodytes aedon

4/13/20262780 Joe Riche Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, CA (49.867, -119.332)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Osprey

14/21/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

14/21/2026

Canada Goose

44/20/2026

Wood Duck

24/20/2026

Northern Shoveler

34/20/2026

Gadwall

24/20/2026

American Wigeon

204/20/2026

Mallard

144/20/2026

Green-winged Teal

24/20/2026

Bufflehead

24/20/2026

California Quail

84/20/2026

Mourning Dove

14/20/2026

American Coot

64/20/2026

Killdeer

54/20/2026

Wilson's Snipe

14/20/2026

Least Sandpiper

14/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/20/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/20/2026

Northern Flicker

44/20/2026

Black-billed Magpie

14/20/2026

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

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

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.