Urban Park birding habitat

Belmar Park

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Belmar Park is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 246 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Ring-billed Gull, and Double-crested Cormorant 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

Canada Goose

187/20/2026

Mallard

177/20/2026

Mourning Dove

57/20/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

27/20/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

27/20/2026

Killdeer

37/20/2026

California Gull

27/20/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

307/20/2026

Snowy Egret

87/20/2026

Cooper's Hawk

17/20/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/20/2026

Northern Flicker

17/20/2026

American Kestrel

17/20/2026

Say's Phoebe

17/20/2026

Blue Jay

17/20/2026

Black-billed Magpie

17/20/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

37/20/2026

Barn Swallow

307/20/2026

Cliff Swallow

57/20/2026

Bushtit

67/20/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Belmar Park for birding?
The best months to visit Belmar Park for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Belmar Park?
Notable species at Belmar Park include Canada Goose, Ring-billed Gull, Double-crested Cormorant, Red-tailed Hawk, Northern Flicker. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Belmar Park?
Birding at Belmar Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Belmar Park?
Belmar Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.