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

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

6/1/2026McArthur1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

6/1/2026Blenheim Sewage Lagoons (Restricted Access)10 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

6/1/2026Rondeau PP--Beach (Access 1-9)1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

6/1/2026Rondeau Provincial Park* general (use more precise loc.)1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

6/1/2026Rondeau Provincial Park* general (use more precise loc.)1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

5/31/2026Myslik Nature Preserve1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

5/31/2026Rondeau Provincial Park* general (use more precise loc.)1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

5/31/2026Rondeau Provincial Park* general (use more precise loc.)1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

5/30/2026Blenheim Sewage Lagoons (Restricted Access)1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

5/29/2026McArthur1 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

5/29/2026McArthur1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/28/2026Keith McLean Conservation Lands1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

5/28/2026McArthur1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

5/27/2026Erieau--McGeachy Pond CA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

125/31/2026

Mute Swan

45/31/2026

Mourning Dove

25/31/2026

Chimney Swift

25/31/2026

Killdeer

35/31/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/31/2026

Ring-billed Gull

55/31/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

35/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

85/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

35/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/31/2026

Tree Swallow

175/31/2026

Purple Martin

35/31/2026

Barn Swallow

75/31/2026

Gray Catbird

15/31/2026

American Robin

45/31/2026

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.