Birding Near Kelowna, BC

11 birding locations within 50 miles

British Columbia · Canada

Locations

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Species

Habitats

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Birding Locations Near Kelowna

British Columbia

1.2 mi away

Moderate

Kelowna - Maude-Roxby Sanctuary

Boreal/Taiga birding hotspot in British Columbia with 227 recorded species.

Boreal/TaigaForestSpringSummer

British Columbia

2.3 mi away

Moderate

Kelowna - Munson Pond

Lake birding hotspot in British Columbia with 227 recorded species.

LakeSpringSummer

British Columbia

3.1 mi away

Moderate

Kelowna - mouth of Mission Creek

River/Riparian birding hotspot in British Columbia with 220 recorded species.

River/RiparianSpringSummer

British Columbia

5.1 mi away

Moderate

Kelowna - Robert Lake

Lake birding hotspot in British Columbia with 225 recorded species.

LakeSpringSummer

British Columbia

7.6 mi away

Moderate

West Kelowna - Mouth of Powers Creek

River/Riparian birding hotspot in British Columbia with 217 recorded species.

River/RiparianSpringSummer

British Columbia

26.9 mi away

Moderate

Penticton - Okanagan Lake

Lake birding hotspot in British Columbia with 206 recorded species.

LakeSpringSummer

British Columbia

30.0 mi away

Moderate

Vernon - Swan Lake, south end

Lake birding hotspot in British Columbia with 200 recorded species.

LakeSpringSummer

British Columbia

37.9 mi away

Moderate

Vernon—Otter Lake

Lake birding hotspot in British Columbia with 205 recorded species.

LakeSpringSummer

British Columbia

38.3 mi away

Moderate

Lumby - Rawlings Lake

Lake birding hotspot in British Columbia with 216 recorded species.

LakeSpringSummer

British Columbia

40.0 mi away

Moderate

Vaseux Lake Bird Observatory

Lake birding hotspot in British Columbia with 246 recorded species.

LakeSpringSummer

British Columbia

40.5 mi away

Moderate

White Lake, Okanagan Falls

Lake birding hotspot in British Columbia with 219 recorded species.

LakeSpringSummer

Top Species Near Kelowna

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

GadwallAmerican WigeonMallardRing-necked PheasantRing-billed GullCackling GooseCanada GooseWood DuckCommon GoldeneyeAmerican CootKilldeerBuffleheadNorthern HarrierCommon MerganserAmerican Herring GullCommon LoonBald EagleDouble-crested CormorantNorthern PintailTrumpeter SwanGray PartridgeGolden EagleMountain ChickadeeRed-breasted Nuthatch

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Lake8 locations

River/Riparian2 locations

Boreal/Taiga1 location

Forest1 location

Best Seasons:

Spring11 locations

Summer11 locations

Fall11 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near Kelowna, BC?▼

Top birding locations within 50 miles of Kelowna include Kelowna - Maude-Roxby Sanctuary, Kelowna - Munson Pond, Kelowna - mouth of Mission Creek, Kelowna - Robert Lake, West Kelowna - Mouth of Powers Creek. These spots offer boreal/taiga, forest, lake habitats.

What birds can I see near Kelowna?▼

Birders near Kelowna can spot species including Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard, Ring-necked Pheasant, Ring-billed Gull, Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Wood Duck. The area's 4 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.

When is the best time for birding near Kelowna?▼

The best seasons for birding near Kelowna are Spring and Summer and Fall. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.

How many birding locations are near Kelowna?▼

There are 11 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Kelowna, BC, ranging from 1.2 to 40.5 miles from the city center.

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