Mountain birding habitat

Chatfield State Park - Downstream from Kingfisher Bridge

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
MountainForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Chatfield State Park - Downstream from Kingfisher Bridge is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 276 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Mallard 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

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

7/11/2026Chatfield SP--Upstream of Kingfisher Bridge (West)1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

7/11/2026Cherry Creek SP--South End1 observed

Brewer's Sparrow

Spizella breweri

7/11/2026Chatfield SP--Audubon Center & Trails1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

7/11/2026Cherry Creek SP--Pelican Point area1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/11/2026Clear Creek Trail--Golden to I-701 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

7/10/2026Wheat Ridge Greenbelt5 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

7/9/2026Cherry Creek SP1 observed

Marbled Godwit

Limosa fedoa

7/9/2026Chatfield SP--Downstream from Kingfisher Bridge (W)1 observed

Anna's Hummingbird

Calypte anna

7/9/2026Denver Botanic Gardens1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

7/9/2026Denver Botanic Gardens1 observed

Long-billed Curlew

Numenius americanus

7/8/2026Chatfield SP--Downstream from Kingfisher Bridge (W)1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

7/8/20264620 E Oxford Ave, Cherry Hills Village US-CO 39.64197, -104.934031 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

137/11/2026

Hooded Merganser

27/11/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

17/11/2026

Killdeer

27/11/2026

Ring-billed Gull

147/11/2026

Western Grebe

17/11/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

37/11/2026

Snowy Egret

17/11/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/11/2026

Tree Swallow

67/11/2026

Cliff Swallow

127/11/2026

Northern House Wren

27/11/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

17/11/2026

Song Sparrow

17/11/2026

Western Meadowlark

37/11/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

37/11/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

17/11/2026

Mallard

257/10/2026

Common Merganser

97/10/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

57/10/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.

  2. 2

    Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Chatfield State Park - Downstream from Kingfisher Bridge for birding?
The best months to visit Chatfield State Park - Downstream from Kingfisher Bridge for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Chatfield State Park - Downstream from Kingfisher Bridge?
Notable species at Chatfield State Park - Downstream from Kingfisher Bridge include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Mallard, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye. The area supports mountain, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Chatfield State Park - Downstream from Kingfisher Bridge?
Birding at Chatfield State Park - Downstream from Kingfisher Bridge is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Chatfield State Park - Downstream from Kingfisher Bridge?
Chatfield State Park - Downstream from Kingfisher Bridge offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.