Urban Park birding habitat

Crown Hill Regional Park

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Crown Hill Regional Park is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 209 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and Black-billed Magpie 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

Black Phoebe

Sayornis nigricans

5/31/2026South Platte Park--Carson Nature Center5 observed

Mountain Bluebird

Sialia currucoides

5/31/2026CommonGround (Westerly) Wetlands2 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

5/31/2026CommonGround (Westerly) Wetlands4 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

5/31/2026Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR (Please use more specific locations)1 observed

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

5/31/20265440 S Perry St, Littleton US-CO (39.6185,-105.0431)1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

5/31/2026Cherry Creek SP--Prairie Loop1 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

5/31/2026Cherry Creek SP--Prairie Loop1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/31/2026Cherry Creek SP--Marina & nearby Dam Trail1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

5/31/2026Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR--Havana Ponds and Trail1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

5/31/2026Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR--Havana Ponds and Trail1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/31/2026Cherry Creek SP--Pelican Point area2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gadwall

25/31/2026

Mallard

85/31/2026

Mourning Dove

65/31/2026

Killdeer

25/31/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

25/31/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/31/2026

Northern Flicker

15/31/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

35/31/2026

Western Kingbird

45/31/2026

Blue Jay

15/31/2026

Black-billed Magpie

45/31/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

25/31/2026

Tree Swallow

15/31/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

25/31/2026

Barn Swallow

105/31/2026

European Starling

15/31/2026

American Robin

25/31/2026

Song Sparrow

15/31/2026

Bullock's Oriole

15/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

5/31/2026

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