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

Ovenbird

Seiurus aurocapilla

6/2/202616th Street, Denver US-CO 39.74884, -104.996881 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

6/2/2026West Washington Park (Neighborhood)2 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

6/2/2026Cherry Creek SP--Marina & nearby Dam Trail1 observed

Western Warbling Vireo

Vireo swainsoni

6/2/2026McLellen Reservoir1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

6/2/2026Cherry Creek SP--Wetlands Preserve1 observed

Eastern Wood-Pewee

Contopus virens

6/2/2026Cherry Creek State Park, Aurora US-CO 39.62662, -104.842371 observed

Black Phoebe

Sayornis nigricans

6/2/2026South Platte Park--East Trail South4 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

6/2/2026Cherry Creek SP--Wetlands Preserve7 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

275/30/2026

Gadwall

15/30/2026

Mallard

305/30/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

15/30/2026

Killdeer

35/30/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/30/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

25/30/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

15/30/2026

Osprey

15/30/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/30/2026

Western Kingbird

15/30/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

25/30/2026

Barn Swallow

15/30/2026

European Starling

105/30/2026

American Robin

35/30/2026

House Finch

15/30/2026

Bullock's Oriole

25/30/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

75/30/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

35/30/2026

Common Grackle

25/30/2026

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.