Urban Park birding habitat

Winnipeg - La Barriere Park

Manitoba · Canada

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Winnipeg - La Barriere Park is a productive birding destination in Manitoba, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts American Crow, Common Raven, 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

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

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

16/14/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

26/14/2026

Least Flycatcher

16/14/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/14/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

16/14/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

26/14/2026

Blue Jay

16/14/2026

Tree Swallow

16/14/2026

Barn Swallow

26/14/2026

Eastern Bluebird

16/14/2026

American Robin

16/14/2026

Cedar Waxwing

26/14/2026

American Goldfinch

26/14/2026

Savannah Sparrow

16/14/2026

Baltimore Oriole

26/14/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

16/14/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

26/14/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/14/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/14/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

16/14/2026

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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