Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest

Manitoba · Canada

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Habitat

Forest

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest is a productive birding destination in Manitoba, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This forest habitat attracts Downy Woodpecker, Black-capped Chickadee, and Bohemian Waxwing among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

Location

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Notable Species

Downy Woodpecker Black-capped Chickadee Bohemian Waxwing White-breasted Nuthatch Northern Shrike

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

8/23/2026Headingley Yard1 observed

Black-backed Woodpecker

Picoides arcticus

8/22/20261427 Mars Dr, Winnipeg CA-MB (49.8429,-97.1638)1 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

8/18/2026Lagimodière-Gaboury Historic Park, Winnipeg CA-MB1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

8/13/2026FortWhyte Alive1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

8/13/2026FortWhyte Alive1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

8/10/2026740 Kildonan Dr, Winnipeg CA-MB 49.92985, -97.108571 observed

Red Crossbill (Ponderosa Pine or type 2)

Loxia curvirostra

8/10/2026Springlea Path and yard3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Barred Owl

18/20/2026

Gray Catbird

18/17/2026

Common Yellowthroat

18/17/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest for birding?▼

The best months to visit Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest?▼

Notable species at Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest include Downy Woodpecker, Black-capped Chickadee, Bohemian Waxwing, White-breasted Nuthatch, Northern Shrike. The area supports forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest?▼

Birding at Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest?▼

Winnipeg - Assiniboine Forest offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.