Wetland birding habitat

Erieau Marsh Trail

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Erieau Marsh Trail is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 264 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and Sandhill Crane 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-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

4/15/2026Rondeau Provincial Park* general (use more precise loc.)1 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

4/15/2026Rondeau Provincial Park* general (use more precise loc.)1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

4/14/2026Home1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/14/2026Chatham--Paxton's Bush (municipality of Chatham-Kent)1 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

4/13/2026Rondeau PP--Bennett Ave1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

94/14/2026

Mute Swan

124/14/2026

Blue-winged Teal

44/14/2026

Northern Shoveler

24/14/2026

Gadwall

114/14/2026

Mallard

24/14/2026

Green-winged Teal

254/14/2026

Redhead

154/14/2026

Ring-necked Duck

74/14/2026

Lesser Scaup

504/14/2026

Bufflehead

64/14/2026

Common Merganser

34/14/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

254/14/2026

Mourning Dove

84/14/2026

Killdeer

34/14/2026

Wilson's Snipe

14/14/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/14/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

174/14/2026

Ring-billed Gull

54/14/2026

American Herring Gull

24/14/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Erieau Marsh Trail for birding?
The best months to visit Erieau Marsh Trail for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Erieau Marsh Trail?
Notable species at Erieau Marsh Trail include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Sandhill Crane, Downy Woodpecker, American Crow. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Erieau Marsh Trail?
Birding at Erieau Marsh Trail is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Erieau Marsh Trail?
Erieau Marsh Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.