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

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

5/31/2026Fossil Creek Reservoir, Fort Collins US-CO 40.48393, -105.016171 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/31/2026Lory SP2 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

5/31/2026Lory SP--Well Gulch Nature Trail1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/31/2026Riverbend Ponds Natural Area1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

5/30/2026Riverbend Ponds Natural Area1 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

5/30/2026Riverbend Ponds Natural Area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

85/31/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

15/31/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/31/2026

Northern Flicker

35/31/2026

Blue Jay

75/31/2026

Barn Swallow

55/31/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

15/31/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

25/31/2026

Northern House Wren

35/31/2026

European Starling

5/31/2026

American Robin

5/31/2026

House Finch

5/31/2026

American Goldfinch

15/31/2026

Western Tanager

25/31/2026

Dusky Flycatcher

15/27/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

35/27/2026

Violet-green Swallow

45/27/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

25/27/2026

Cliff Swallow

25/27/2026

House Sparrow

35/27/2026

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.