Cañon City Riverwalk - Sell Lake to S Raynolds Ave

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Cañon City Riverwalk - Sell Lake to S Raynolds Ave is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 241 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Wigeon, and Mallard among many others. Elevation changes create diverse habitats, from riparian valleys to alpine meadows, supporting a wide range of species.

Location

Loading map...

Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Cooper's Hawk

Astur cooperii

3/5/2026Home, Florence, Colorado, US (38.257, -105.138)1 observed

White-throated Swift

Aeronautes saxatalis

3/4/2026Shelf Road, Cañon City, Co3 observed

Sage Thrasher

Oreoscoptes montanus

3/1/2026The Banks Campground & Canyon1 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

2/28/2026Royal Gorge area--Fremont CR 3A, south of gorge1 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

2/24/2026County Road 103, Wetmore, Colorado, (38.257, -105.138)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

373/2/2026

American Wigeon

43/2/2026

Mallard

13/2/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

23/2/2026

Mourning Dove

33/2/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/2/2026

Northern Flicker

23/2/2026

Blue Jay

3/2/2026

European Starling

23/2/2026

Song Sparrow

13/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

133/2/2026

Cackling Goose

102/27/2026

Northern Shoveler

62/27/2026

Redhead

22/27/2026

Ring-necked Duck

42/27/2026

Rock Pigeon

22/27/2026

American Coot

12/27/2026

Killdeer

32/27/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

12/27/2026

Mountain Chickadee

12/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cañon City Riverwalk - Sell Lake to S Raynolds Ave for birding?
The best months to visit Cañon City Riverwalk - Sell Lake to S Raynolds Ave for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Cañon City Riverwalk - Sell Lake to S Raynolds Ave?
Notable species at Cañon City Riverwalk - Sell Lake to S Raynolds Ave include Canada Goose, American Wigeon, Mallard, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cañon City Riverwalk - Sell Lake to S Raynolds Ave?
Birding at Cañon City Riverwalk - Sell Lake to S Raynolds Ave is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Cañon City Riverwalk - Sell Lake to S Raynolds Ave?
Cañon City Riverwalk - Sell Lake to S Raynolds Ave offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.