Lathrop State Park
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
About This Location
Lathrop State Park is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 259 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Gadwall 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
White-rumped Sandpiper
Calidris fuscicollis
Black-necked Stilt
Himantopus mexicanus
Red-headed Woodpecker
Melanerpes erythrocephalus
Broad-winged Hawk
Buteo platypterus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Eurasian Collared-Dove
Mourning Dove
Black-chinned Hummingbird
Broad-tailed Hummingbird
Double-crested Cormorant
Great Blue Heron
Osprey
Red-tailed Hawk
Hairy Woodpecker
American Kestrel
Say's Phoebe
Bushtit
Western Bluebird
Lesser Goldfinch
Canyon Towhee
Yellow-breasted Chat
Bullock's Oriole
Red-winged Blackbird
Northern Yellow Warbler
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
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