Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point)

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point) is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mallard, American Coot, and Belted Kingfisher 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

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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

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

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

4/10/2026923 356th Avenue, Cawston, British Columbia, CA (49.184, -119.561)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

California Quail

74/19/2026

Osprey

14/19/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/19/2026

Northern Flicker

14/19/2026

Tree Swallow

54/19/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/19/2026

European Starling

44/19/2026

American Robin

14/19/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

14/19/2026

Brewer's Blackbird

24/19/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

44/19/2026

Canada Goose

24/19/2026

Mallard

44/19/2026

Bufflehead

124/19/2026

Common Merganser

24/19/2026

American Coot

54/19/2026

Red-necked Grebe

34/19/2026

Common Loon

14/19/2026

American Crow

14/19/2026

American Goldfinch

24/19/2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point) for birding?
The best months to visit sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point) for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point)?
Notable species at sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point) include Mallard, American Coot, Belted Kingfisher, Black-capped Chickadee, Ruby-crowned Kinglet. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point)?
Birding at sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point)?
sẁiẁs Provincial Park (Haynes Point) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.