West Kelowna - Mouth of Powers Creek

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

West Kelowna - Mouth of Powers Creek is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Common Merganser 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

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

3/3/2026Kelowna--Robert Lake2 observed

Brown-headed Cowbird

Molothrus ater

3/2/2026Summerland--Lower1 observed

Red-breasted Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus ruber

3/1/2026Naramata - Glenfir Road1 observed

Chukar

Alectoris chukar

2/23/2026Kelowna--Johns Family Regional Park1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

2/23/2026Kelowna--Munson Pond1 observed

Rock Wren

Salpinctes obsoletus

2/21/2026834 Churchill Crt, Kelowna CA-BC 49.89994, -119.473071 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

303/3/2026

Mallard

23/3/2026

Common Merganser

13/3/2026

American Coot

303/3/2026

Killdeer

33/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/3/2026

Horned Grebe

13/3/2026

Common Loon

13/3/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/3/2026

Bald Eagle

23/3/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

23/3/2026

American Crow

23/3/2026

Common Raven

13/3/2026

Violet-green Swallow

203/3/2026

European Starling

53/3/2026

American Robin

23/3/2026

House Sparrow

103/3/2026

Canvasback

22/25/2026

Redhead

2002/25/2026

Greater Scaup

2502/25/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit West Kelowna - Mouth of Powers Creek for birding?
The best months to visit West Kelowna - Mouth of Powers Creek for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at West Kelowna - Mouth of Powers Creek?
Notable species at West Kelowna - Mouth of Powers Creek include Canada Goose, Mallard, Common Merganser, American Coot, Killdeer. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at West Kelowna - Mouth of Powers Creek?
Birding at West Kelowna - Mouth of Powers Creek is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at West Kelowna - Mouth of Powers Creek?
West Kelowna - Mouth of Powers Creek offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.