Winnipeg - Assiniboine Park

Manitoba · Canada

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Winnipeg - Assiniboine Park is a productive birding destination in Manitoba, with 242 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Hairy Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, and Blue Jay 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

Hairy Woodpecker Pileated Woodpecker Blue Jay American Crow Common Raven

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

6/18/2026Lagimodière-Gaboury Historic Park, Winnipeg CA-MB1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

6/16/2026Winnipeg--Assiniboine Park1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

6/13/2026Kildonan Park, Winnipeg CA-MB 49.94354, -97.106791 observed

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

6/8/2026Wilkes Snow Dump2 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

6/7/2026Wilkes Av. sewage lagoons1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

606/17/2026

Mallard

16/17/2026

Common Goldeneye

56/17/2026

Chimney Swift

26/17/2026

Franklin's Gull

16/17/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

16/17/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

46/17/2026

American Crow

26/17/2026

Common Raven

26/17/2026

Barn Swallow

26/17/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

16/17/2026

House Finch

16/17/2026

Chipping Sparrow

46/17/2026

Song Sparrow

16/17/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

46/17/2026

Indigo Bunting

16/17/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

16/16/2026

American Goldfinch

16/16/2026

American Redstart

16/16/2026

Wood Duck

126/15/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

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Bird Identification: The Four Keys

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Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

Notable species at Winnipeg - Assiniboine Park include Hairy Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, Blue Jay, American Crow, Common Raven. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Winnipeg - Assiniboine Park?▼

Birding at Winnipeg - Assiniboine Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Winnipeg - Assiniboine Park?▼

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