East Boulder Trail - Teller Lakes

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

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Habitat

MountainForest

Best Seasons

Summer Fall

Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

East Boulder Trail - Teller Lakes is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 239 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest habitat attracts Gadwall, Red-tailed Hawk, and Northern Flicker 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

Gadwall Red-tailed Hawk Northern Flicker Blue Jay Black-capped Chickadee

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

4/17/2026Clear Creek Trail--Golden to I-702 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

4/16/2026Elaine T. Valente Open Space1 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

4/16/2026Big Dry Creek Trail and Retention Pond (stakeout White Ibis, 2026)1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

4/16/2026Twin Lakes (Boulder County)1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

4/16/2026Eagle Path1 observed

Sora

Porzana carolina

4/15/2026Walden Ponds Wildlife Habitat--Walden & Sawhill Ponds all together1 observed

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

4/15/202611601–11687 N Main St, Broomfield US-CO (39.9067,-105.0718)1 observed

Black Phoebe

Sayornis nigricans

4/15/2026Boulder Creek--75th St.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

14/15/2026

Blue-winged Teal

24/15/2026

Northern Shoveler

754/15/2026

Gadwall

254/15/2026

American Wigeon

14/15/2026

Mallard

34/15/2026

Mourning Dove

34/15/2026

Killdeer

14/15/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

14/15/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

44/15/2026

Great Blue Heron

94/15/2026

American White Pelican

124/15/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

14/15/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/15/2026

Northern Flicker

14/15/2026

Say's Phoebe

14/15/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

24/15/2026

European Starling

34/15/2026

American Robin

14/15/2026

House Finch

34/15/2026

Birding Tips

1
Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.
2
Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.
3
Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit East Boulder Trail - Teller Lakes for birding?▼

The best months to visit East Boulder Trail - Teller Lakes for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at East Boulder Trail - Teller Lakes?▼

Notable species at East Boulder Trail - Teller Lakes include Gadwall, Red-tailed Hawk, Northern Flicker, Blue Jay, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports mountain, forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at East Boulder Trail - Teller Lakes?▼

Birding at East Boulder Trail - Teller Lakes is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.

What amenities are available at East Boulder Trail - Teller Lakes?▼

East Boulder Trail - Teller Lakes offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.