Blacks Creek Bird Reserve

Idaho · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
SummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Blacks Creek Bird Reserve is a productive birding destination in Idaho, with 251 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and Trumpeter Swan 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

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/5/2026Blacks Creek Bird Reserve1 observed

Cassin's Finch

Haemorhous cassinii

3/4/2026Foothills Learning Center1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/3/2026Touchmark; fields, golf course, pond1 observed

Bewick's Wren

Thryomanes bewickii

3/3/202616187–16799 E Blacks Creek Rd, Boise US-ID 43.48519, -115.952211 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/3/2026Slater Creek Road1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (Harlan's)

Buteo jamaicensis

3/1/2026Mayfield Rd. over Indian Ck.1 observed

Golden-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia atricapilla

3/1/2026Hulls Gulch Reserve1 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

3/1/2026Hubbard Rec. Area2 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

2/27/2026Morris Hill Cemetery1 observed

Cinnamon Teal

Spatula cyanoptera

2/27/2026Indian Creek Reservoir1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

13/5/2026

Canada Goose

183/5/2026

Trumpeter Swan

23/5/2026

Northern Shoveler

123/5/2026

Gadwall

63/5/2026

American Wigeon

63/5/2026

Mallard

153/5/2026

Northern Pintail

223/5/2026

Canvasback

113/5/2026

Lesser Scaup

143/5/2026

Bufflehead

43/5/2026

Common Goldeneye

303/5/2026

Common Merganser

903/5/2026

Killdeer

33/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

253/5/2026

California Gull

63/5/2026

Northern Harrier

23/5/2026

American Kestrel

13/5/2026

Common Raven

23/5/2026

Horned Lark

73/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Blacks Creek Bird Reserve for birding?
The best months to visit Blacks Creek Bird Reserve for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Blacks Creek Bird Reserve?
Notable species at Blacks Creek Bird Reserve include Snow Goose, Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Blacks Creek Bird Reserve?
Birding at Blacks Creek Bird Reserve is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Blacks Creek Bird Reserve?
Blacks Creek Bird Reserve offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.