Urban Park birding habitat

Robert A Easton Regional Park

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Robert A Easton Regional Park is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Northern Shoveler 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

Black Phoebe

Sayornis nigricans

5/31/2026South Platte Park--Carson Nature Center5 observed

Mountain Bluebird

Sialia currucoides

5/31/2026CommonGround (Westerly) Wetlands2 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

5/31/2026CommonGround (Westerly) Wetlands4 observed

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

5/31/20265440 S Perry St, Littleton US-CO (39.6185,-105.0431)1 observed

Veery

Catharus fuscescens

5/31/2026Waterton Canyon--upstream from overhead pipes1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

5/31/2026Cherry Creek SP--Prairie Loop1 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

5/31/2026Cherry Creek SP--Prairie Loop1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/31/2026Cherry Creek SP--Marina & nearby Dam Trail1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/31/2026Cherry Creek SP--Pelican Point area2 observed

Western Warbling Vireo

Vireo swainsoni

5/31/2026Cherry Creek State Park, Greenwood Village US-CO 39.63455, -104.863231 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

5/31/2026Cherry Creek State Park, Greenwood Village US-CO 39.63455, -104.863231 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gadwall

65/22/2026

Mallard

65/22/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

15/22/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

15/22/2026

Killdeer

25/22/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

65/22/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

15/22/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/22/2026

Say's Phoebe

15/22/2026

Common Raven

15/22/2026

Violet-green Swallow

105/22/2026

Barn Swallow

165/22/2026

Cliff Swallow

65/22/2026

American Robin

15/22/2026

House Finch

95/22/2026

Pine Siskin

65/22/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

15/22/2026

American Goldfinch

25/22/2026

Chipping Sparrow

45/22/2026

Vesper Sparrow

25/22/2026

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 Robert A Easton Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Robert A Easton Regional Park for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Robert A Easton Regional Park?
Notable species at Robert A Easton Regional Park include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mallard. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Robert A Easton Regional Park?
Birding at Robert A Easton Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Robert A Easton Regional Park?
Robert A Easton Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.