Garden of the Gods

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Garden of the Gods is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay, American Crow, and Bushtit 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

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

3/5/2026Garden of the Gods1 observed

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

3/5/2026Garden of the Gods1 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

3/3/2026Sondermann Park1 observed

Northern Cardinal

Cardinalis cardinalis

3/3/2026Sondermann Park3 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

3/2/2026Jimmy Camp Creek Trail--C&S Rd to E Ohio Ave1 observed

Common Grackle

Quiscalus quiscula

3/2/2026Fountain Creek Regional Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

53/6/2026

American Crow

13/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/6/2026

American Robin

183/6/2026

White-throated Swift

13/5/2026

Northern Flicker

33/5/2026

Black-billed Magpie

3/5/2026

Common Raven

23/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

3/5/2026

Spotted Towhee

3/5/2026

Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay

13/5/2026

Bushtit

13/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

American Kestrel

23/5/2026

Prairie Falcon

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

13/5/2026

Mountain Chickadee

13/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/5/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

23/5/2026

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 Garden of the Gods for birding?
The best months to visit Garden of the Gods for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Garden of the Gods?
Notable species at Garden of the Gods include Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay, American Crow, Bushtit, American Robin, Dark-eyed Junco. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Garden of the Gods?
Birding at Garden of the Gods is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Garden of the Gods?
Garden of the Gods offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.