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

Black-backed Woodpecker

Picoides arcticus

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

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

8/22/2026Charlesglen Dr, Headingley1 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

Blue-winged Teal

18/23/2026

Mallard

28/23/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

18/23/2026

Great Blue Heron

18/23/2026

Downy Woodpecker

28/23/2026

Blue Jay

18/23/2026

American Crow

58/23/2026

Common Raven

18/23/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

48/23/2026

Barn Swallow

28/23/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

18/23/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

18/23/2026

Marsh Wren

18/23/2026

Cedar Waxwing

28/23/2026

House Sparrow

48/23/2026

House Finch

38/23/2026

Purple Finch

18/23/2026

American Goldfinch

28/23/2026

Chipping Sparrow

28/23/2026

Clay-colored Sparrow

18/23/2026

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.