Urban Park birding habitat

Grandview Cemetery

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Grandview Cemetery is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Cooper's Hawk, Great Horned Owl, 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

7/18/2026Riverbend Ponds Natural Area1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

7/18/2026Timnath Reservoir5 observed

Lazuli x Indigo Bunting (hybrid)

Passerina amoena x cyanea

7/17/2026Maxwell Natural Area1 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

7/16/2026Douglas Reservoir1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

7/13/2026Dixon Reservoir1 observed

Black x Eastern Phoebe (hybrid)

Sayornis nigricans x phoebe

7/11/2026Poudre River at Rist Canyon road2 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

7/11/2026Pelican Hills1 observed

Willet (Western)

Tringa semipalmata

7/7/2026Tri-Lakes region1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eurasian Collared-Dove

27/18/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

27/18/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/18/2026

Northern Flicker

27/18/2026

Blue Jay

47/18/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

47/18/2026

Violet-green Swallow

27/18/2026

Barn Swallow

47/18/2026

Cliff Swallow

87/18/2026

Bushtit

67/18/2026

American Robin

47/18/2026

Cedar Waxwing

17/18/2026

House Sparrow

27/18/2026

House Finch

57/18/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

27/18/2026

American Goldfinch

27/18/2026

Lazuli Bunting

17/18/2026

Canada Goose

147/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/18/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

27/18/2026

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 Grandview Cemetery for birding?
The best months to visit Grandview Cemetery for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Grandview Cemetery?
Notable species at Grandview Cemetery include Cooper's Hawk, Great Horned Owl, Northern Flicker, Black-capped Chickadee, Bushtit. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Grandview Cemetery?
Birding at Grandview Cemetery is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Grandview Cemetery?
Grandview Cemetery offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.