Mountain birding habitat

Dupont Open Space

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
MountainForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Dupont Open Space is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest habitat attracts Gadwall, 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

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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

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

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

Veery

Catharus fuscescens

5/31/2026Waterton Canyon--upstream from overhead pipes1 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

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

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

Western Warbling Vireo

Vireo swainsoni

5/31/2026Cherry Creek State Park, Greenwood Village US-CO 39.63455, -104.863231 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

5/31/2026Cherry Creek State Park, Greenwood Village US-CO 39.63455, -104.863231 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

25/31/2026

Wild Turkey

25/31/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

15/31/2026

Mourning Dove

35/31/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

15/31/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

35/31/2026

Killdeer

25/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/31/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

25/31/2026

Northern Flicker

35/31/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

15/31/2026

Least Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Western Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Say's Phoebe

15/31/2026

Plumbeous Vireo

15/31/2026

Western Warbling Vireo

25/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

25/31/2026

Blue Jay

55/31/2026

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 Dupont Open Space for birding?
The best months to visit Dupont Open Space for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Dupont Open Space?
Notable species at Dupont Open Space include Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard, Hairy Woodpecker, Northern Flicker. The area supports mountain, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Dupont Open Space?
Birding at Dupont Open Space is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Dupont Open Space?
Dupont Open Space offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.