Burlington - Shoreacres/Paletta Park

Ontario · Canada

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Burlington - Shoreacres/Paletta Park is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 243 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Common Goldeneye 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

Canada Goose Mallard Common Goldeneye Hooded Merganser Red-breasted Merganser

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

7/19/2026Stoney Creek--Powerline Road1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

7/19/2026Grimsby Wetlands2 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

7/19/2026Hamilton--Windermere Basin2 observed

Barred Owl

Strix varia

7/18/2026Dundas Valley CA--Sulphur Creek Trail1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

7/18/2026Grimsby Wetlands4 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

447/8/2026

Mallard

67/8/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

27/8/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/8/2026

Northern Flicker

17/8/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

37/8/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/8/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

27/8/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/8/2026

Carolina Wren

27/8/2026

European Starling

27/8/2026

Gray Catbird

17/8/2026

American Robin

47/8/2026

House Finch

27/8/2026

American Goldfinch

47/8/2026

Song Sparrow

47/8/2026

Baltimore Oriole

27/8/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

27/8/2026

Common Grackle

27/8/2026

Common Yellowthroat

27/8/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Burlington - Shoreacres/Paletta Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Burlington - Shoreacres/Paletta Park for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Burlington - Shoreacres/Paletta Park?▼

Notable species at Burlington - Shoreacres/Paletta Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Common Goldeneye, Hooded Merganser, Red-breasted Merganser. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Burlington - Shoreacres/Paletta Park?▼

Birding at Burlington - Shoreacres/Paletta Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Burlington - Shoreacres/Paletta Park?▼

Burlington - Shoreacres/Paletta Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.