Urban Park birding habitat

Foote Park

Idaho · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Foote Park is a productive birding destination in Idaho, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Crow 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

Common Loon

Gavia immer

6/14/2026Blacks Creek Bird Reserve1 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

6/13/2026Maple Grove and Lake Hazel Roads1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

6/12/2026Boise River Greenbelt at 13th St.1 observed

Black-backed Woodpecker

Picoides arcticus

6/12/2026Intermountain Bird Observatory at Lucky Peak3 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/12/2026Intermountain Bird Observatory at Lucky Peak1 observed

Western Flycatcher

Empidonax difficilis

6/12/2026Intermountain Bird Observatory at Lucky Peak1 observed

Violet-green Swallow

Tachycineta thalassina

6/12/2026Intermountain Bird Observatory at Lucky Peak2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

California Quail

26/11/2026

Mourning Dove

36/11/2026

Cooper's Hawk

16/11/2026

American Kestrel

16/11/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

26/11/2026

Say's Phoebe

16/11/2026

Western Kingbird

36/11/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/11/2026

Western Warbling Vireo

26/11/2026

Black-billed Magpie

36/11/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

46/11/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

36/11/2026

Cliff Swallow

26/11/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

16/11/2026

European Starling

36/11/2026

American Robin

16/11/2026

House Finch

46/11/2026

Pine Siskin

16/11/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

86/11/2026

American Goldfinch

56/11/2026

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 Foote Park for birding?
The best months to visit Foote Park for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Foote Park?
Notable species at Foote Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, House Finch. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Foote Park?
Birding at Foote Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Foote Park?
Foote Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.