Roxborough State Park
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
About This Location
Roxborough State Park is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Rock Pigeon, and Cooper's Hawk 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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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Western Bluebird
Sialia mexicana
Blue-winged Teal
Spatula discors
Long-tailed Duck
Clangula hyemalis
Mexican Duck
Anas diazi
Surf Scoter
Melanitta perspicillata
Red-necked Grebe
Podiceps grisegena
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Red-tailed Hawk
Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay
Black-billed Magpie
Black-capped Chickadee
Bushtit
White-breasted Nuthatch
Mountain Bluebird
Dark-eyed Junco
Canada Goose
Rock Pigeon
Cooper's Hawk
Common Raven
Mountain Chickadee
House Finch
Red Crossbill
Pine Siskin
Common Goldeneye
Hooded Merganser
Northern Flicker
American Crow
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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