Forest birding habitat

Geographic Township of Spohn - Harris Hill, Lake of the Woods

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
ForestLake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Geographic Township of Spohn - Harris Hill, Lake of the Woods is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This forest and lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

5/30/2026Geographic Township of Spohn--Windy Point, Lake of the Woods1 observed

Piping Plover

Charadrius melodus

5/30/2026Geographic Township of Spohn--Windy Point, Lake of the Woods1 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

5/30/2026Sable Islands Provincial Park3 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

5/30/2026Sable Islands Provincial Park1 observed

Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

5/27/2026Geographic Township of Spohn--Budreau's Point, Lake of the Woods1 observed

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

5/26/2026Geographic Township of Spohn--Budreau's Point, Lake of the Woods1 observed

Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus

5/25/2026Byrnes Rd, Dawson CA-ON 48.73685, -94.576011 observed

Lapland Longspur

Calcarius lapponicus

5/25/2026Geographic Township of Spohn--Windy Point, Lake of the Woods1 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

5/25/2026Geographic Township of Spohn--Windy Point, Lake of the Woods1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

605/30/2026

Common Goldeneye

25/30/2026

Ring-billed Gull

55/30/2026

Common Tern

55/30/2026

American White Pelican

55/30/2026

Bald Eagle

15/30/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/30/2026

Least Flycatcher

25/30/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

15/30/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/30/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

55/30/2026

Black-billed Magpie

25/30/2026

Tree Swallow

45/30/2026

Purple Martin

25/30/2026

American Robin

55/30/2026

Cedar Waxwing

55/30/2026

White-throated Sparrow

15/30/2026

Song Sparrow

25/30/2026

Swamp Sparrow

15/30/2026

Baltimore Oriole

25/30/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Geographic Township of Spohn - Harris Hill, Lake of the Woods for birding?
The best months to visit Geographic Township of Spohn - Harris Hill, Lake of the Woods for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Geographic Township of Spohn - Harris Hill, Lake of the Woods?
Notable species at Geographic Township of Spohn - Harris Hill, Lake of the Woods include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Geographic Township of Spohn - Harris Hill, Lake of the Woods?
Birding at Geographic Township of Spohn - Harris Hill, Lake of the Woods is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Geographic Township of Spohn - Harris Hill, Lake of the Woods?
Geographic Township of Spohn - Harris Hill, Lake of the Woods offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.