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

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

7/21/2026Great Western Reservoir (closed to public)1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/21/2026Clear Creek Trail--Golden to I-701 observed

Green Heron

Butorides virescens

7/20/2026Bluff Lake Nature Center1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

7/20/2026Sagebrush Park, Aurora US-CO 39.63117, -104.814991 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

7/20/2026Cherry Creek SP--Pelican Point area5 observed

Brewer's Sparrow

Spizella breweri

7/20/2026Cherry Creek SP--Wetlands Preserve1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

7/20/2026Cherry Creek SP--Wetlands Preserve1 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

7/20/2026Cherry Creek SP--Wetlands Preserve1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/20/2026Cherry Creek SP--Wetlands Preserve4 observed

Cassin's Kingbird

Tyrannus vociferans

7/20/2026Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR--Bluestem Loop Trail3 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

7/19/2026Coal Creek Open Space (Jefferson Co.)1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

7/19/20261809 E Tufts Ave1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

87/21/2026

Hooded Merganser

57/21/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

17/21/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/21/2026

Cooper's Hawk

27/21/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/21/2026

Northern Flicker

27/21/2026

Western Flycatcher

17/21/2026

Blue Jay

37/21/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

57/21/2026

Barn Swallow

47/21/2026

Cliff Swallow

27/21/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/21/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

17/21/2026

Gray Catbird

17/21/2026

American Robin

17/21/2026

House Finch

57/21/2026

American Goldfinch

27/21/2026

Song Sparrow

17/21/2026

Spotted Towhee

17/21/2026

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.