Forest birding habitat

Winnipeg - Kildonan Drive/Fraser's Grove Park

Manitoba · Canada

Habitat
ForestUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Winnipeg - Kildonan Drive/Fraser's Grove Park is a productive birding destination in Manitoba, with 221 species recorded on eBird. This forest and urban park habitat attracts Downy Woodpecker, American Crow, and Black-capped Chickadee 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

Live Bird Data

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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

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

6/13/2026Oak Hammock Marsh PWMA1 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

Cooper's Hawk

16/18/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

16/18/2026

Eastern Phoebe

16/18/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

26/18/2026

American Crow

26/18/2026

Chipping Sparrow

26/18/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

16/18/2026

Northern House Wren

16/17/2026

American Robin

16/17/2026

House Sparrow

26/17/2026

Common Goldeneye

26/15/2026

Rock Pigeon

26/15/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

16/15/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

16/15/2026

House Finch

26/15/2026

American Goldfinch

16/15/2026

Song Sparrow

16/15/2026

American Redstart

16/15/2026

Canada Goose

16/14/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/14/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Winnipeg - Kildonan Drive/Fraser's Grove Park for birding?
The best months to visit Winnipeg - Kildonan Drive/Fraser's Grove Park for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Winnipeg - Kildonan Drive/Fraser's Grove Park?
Notable species at Winnipeg - Kildonan Drive/Fraser's Grove Park include Downy Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, White-breasted Nuthatch, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports forest, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Winnipeg - Kildonan Drive/Fraser's Grove Park?
Birding at Winnipeg - Kildonan Drive/Fraser's Grove Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Winnipeg - Kildonan Drive/Fraser's Grove Park?
Winnipeg - Kildonan Drive/Fraser's Grove Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.