River/Riparian birding habitat

Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Gadwall among many others. Elevation changes create diverse habitats, from riparian valleys to alpine meadows, supporting a wide range of species.

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

Black Phoebe

Sayornis nigricans

5/31/2026South Platte Park--Carson Nature Center5 observed

Mountain Bluebird

Sialia currucoides

5/31/2026CommonGround (Westerly) Wetlands2 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

5/31/2026CommonGround (Westerly) Wetlands4 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

5/31/2026Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR (Please use more specific locations)1 observed

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

5/31/20265440 S Perry St, Littleton US-CO (39.6185,-105.0431)1 observed

Veery

Catharus fuscescens

5/31/2026Waterton Canyon--upstream from overhead pipes1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

5/31/2026Cherry Creek SP--Prairie Loop1 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

5/31/2026Cherry Creek SP--Prairie Loop1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/31/2026Cherry Creek SP--Marina & nearby Dam Trail1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

5/31/2026Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR--Havana Ponds and Trail1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

5/31/2026Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR--Havana Ponds and Trail1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/31/2026Cherry Creek SP--Pelican Point area2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

325/30/2026

Mallard

115/30/2026

Mourning Dove

35/30/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

45/30/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/30/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

15/30/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

25/30/2026

Belted Kingfisher

25/30/2026

Northern Flicker

55/30/2026

Western Flycatcher

15/30/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/30/2026

Blue Jay

35/30/2026

Black-billed Magpie

25/30/2026

Tree Swallow

5/30/2026

Barn Swallow

5/30/2026

Cliff Swallow

5/30/2026

Bushtit

25/30/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

15/30/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

15/30/2026

Northern House Wren

55/30/2026

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

    Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd for birding?
The best months to visit Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd?
Notable species at Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Gadwall, Mallard, Eurasian Collared-Dove. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd?
Birding at Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd?
Bear Creek Greenbelt - S Kipling Pkwy to S Wadsworth Blvd offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.