Osoyoos - Road 22 and dykes

British Columbia · Canada

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Habitat

Boreal/TaigaForest

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Osoyoos - Road 22 and dykes is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 249 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Trumpeter Swan, American Wigeon, and Mallard 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

Trumpeter Swan American Wigeon Mallard Bufflehead Hooded Merganser

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Yellow-billed Loon

Gavia adamsii

4/20/2026Osooyos--Black Sage Rd (South of Rd 22)1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

4/19/20266839 Highway Highway, Oliver, British Columbia, CA (49.196, -119.552)1 observed

Vaux's Swift

Chaetura vauxi

4/19/2026Anarchist Mountain--Wagonwheel Rd1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

4/12/2026White Lake, Okanagan Falls8 observed

Barn Swallow (American)

Hirundo rustica

4/11/2026Osoyoos--Road 22--dykes south of bridge2 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/11/2026Osoyoos--Road 22 and dykes (general)1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

4/11/2026Osoyoos--Road 22 and dykes (general)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Bald Eagle

14/20/2026

Common Raven

14/20/2026

Mallard

14/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/20/2026

Canada Goose

54/19/2026

Ring-necked Duck

14/19/2026

Common Goldeneye

24/19/2026

Hooded Merganser

64/19/2026

Common Merganser

34/19/2026

California Quail

34/19/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

34/19/2026

Virginia Rail

14/19/2026

American Coot

114/19/2026

Osprey

54/19/2026

Northern Harrier

34/19/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

24/19/2026

Downy Woodpecker

24/19/2026

Northern Flicker

14/19/2026

American Crow

54/19/2026

Tree Swallow

84/19/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.
2
Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.
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 Osoyoos - Road 22 and dykes for birding?▼

The best months to visit Osoyoos - Road 22 and dykes for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Osoyoos - Road 22 and dykes?▼

Notable species at Osoyoos - Road 22 and dykes include Trumpeter Swan, American Wigeon, Mallard, Bufflehead, Hooded Merganser. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at Osoyoos - Road 22 and dykes?▼

Birding at Osoyoos - Road 22 and dykes is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Osoyoos - Road 22 and dykes?▼

Osoyoos - Road 22 and dykes offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.