Gates of the Mountains
Montana · Rocky Mountains
About This Location
Gates of the Mountains is a productive birding destination in Montana, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest habitat attracts American Coot, Bald Eagle, and Rough-legged Hawk among many others. Elevation changes create diverse habitats, from riparian valleys to alpine meadows, supporting a wide range of species.
Location
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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Ring-necked Pheasant
Phasianus colchicus
White-rumped Sandpiper
Calidris fuscicollis
Hudsonian Whimbrel
Numenius hudsonicus
Great-tailed Grackle
Quiscalus mexicanus
Red-necked Phalarope
Phalaropus lobatus
Rose-breasted Grosbeak
Pheucticus ludovicianus
Lesser Goldfinch
Spinus psaltria
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Mallard
Common Merganser
Rock Pigeon
Mourning Dove
White-throated Swift
American Coot
Spotted Sandpiper
Ring-billed Gull
Western Grebe
Great Blue Heron
American White Pelican
Turkey Vulture
Sharp-shinned Hawk
Bald Eagle
Red-tailed Hawk
Belted Kingfisher
Dusky Flycatcher
Eastern Kingbird
Cassin's Vireo
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.
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Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.
- 3
Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.