Urban Park birding habitat

Centennial Park

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Centennial Park is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This urban park 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

Cassin's Kingbird

Tyrannus vociferans

7/21/2026Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR--Wildlife Drive3 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

7/21/2026South Table Mountain Park1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

7/21/2026Cherry Creek SP--Wetlands Preserve4 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

7/21/2026Cherry Creek SP--Wetlands Preserve1 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

7/21/2026Cherry Creek SP--Wetlands Preserve1 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

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

427/17/2026

Rock Pigeon

27/17/2026

Mourning Dove

147/17/2026

Killdeer

117/17/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

87/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/17/2026

Turkey Vulture

47/17/2026

Swainson's Hawk

17/17/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/17/2026

Belted Kingfisher

37/17/2026

Northern Flicker

37/17/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

17/17/2026

Say's Phoebe

27/17/2026

Western Kingbird

27/17/2026

Black-billed Magpie

17/17/2026

American Crow

37/17/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

27/17/2026

Bank Swallow

17/17/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

77/17/2026

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 Centennial Park for birding?
The best months to visit Centennial Park for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Centennial Park?
Notable species at Centennial Park include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Gadwall, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Centennial Park?
Birding at Centennial Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Centennial Park?
Centennial Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.