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

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

8/19/2026Hidden Springs--Path1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

8/18/2026Intermountain Bird Observatory at Lucky Peak1 observed

Cassin's Vireo

Vireo cassinii

8/17/2026Hulls Gulch National Recreation (AKA Upper Interpretive) Trail1 observed

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

8/16/2026Farmer's Lateral Canal path- Borah Park to Cole Rd.1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle)

Setophaga coronata

8/16/2026Blacks Creek Bird Reserve1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

8/15/2026Blacks Creek Bird Reserve6 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

8/15/2026Blacks Creek Bird Reserve1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

8/15/2026Intermountain Bird Observatory at Lucky Peak1 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

8/15/2026Blacks Creek Bird Reserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

California Quail

18/16/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

28/16/2026

House Finch

28/16/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

28/16/2026

American Goldfinch

18/16/2026

Chipping Sparrow

18/16/2026

Brewer's Sparrow

18/16/2026

Song Sparrow

18/16/2026

Yellow-breasted Chat

18/16/2026

Bullock's Oriole

18/16/2026

MacGillivray's Warbler

18/16/2026

Common Yellowthroat

18/16/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

18/16/2026

Wilson's Warbler

18/16/2026

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.