Turners Falls Power Canal

Massachusetts · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Turners Falls Power Canal is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mute Swan, Mallard, and Rock Pigeon among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Mute Swan Mallard Rock Pigeon Mourning Dove Cooper's Hawk

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

7/17/2026Honey Pot, Hadley2 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/17/2026Leverett Crafts and Arts1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

7/17/2026Montague Sandplains1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

7/15/2026785 Plainfield Road, Ashfield, Massachusetts, US (42.497, -72.871)3 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

7/12/2026Quabbin Reservoir--Gate 351 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

7/12/2026Atkins Reservoir1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

297/17/2026

Wood Duck

117/17/2026

Mallard

737/17/2026

Mourning Dove

27/17/2026

Chimney Swift

77/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

67/17/2026

Turkey Vulture

47/17/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/17/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

17/17/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/17/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/17/2026

American Crow

17/17/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/17/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/17/2026

Gray Catbird

17/17/2026

Eastern Bluebird

17/17/2026

American Robin

17/17/2026

Cedar Waxwing

17/17/2026

American Goldfinch

27/17/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Massachusetts Birding Guide

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Fall Bird Migration Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Turners Falls Power Canal for birding?▼

The best months to visit Turners Falls Power Canal for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Turners Falls Power Canal?▼

Notable species at Turners Falls Power Canal include Mute Swan, Mallard, Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove, Cooper's Hawk. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Turners Falls Power Canal?▼

Birding at Turners Falls Power Canal is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Turners Falls Power Canal?▼

Turners Falls Power Canal offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.