Hilliardton Marsh Research and Education Centre

Ontario · Canada

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Habitat

Wetland

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Hilliardton Marsh Research and Education Centre is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Ruffed Grouse, Pileated Woodpecker, and Blue Jay 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

Ruffed Grouse Pileated Woodpecker Blue Jay Black-capped Chickadee Evening Grosbeak

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

5/30/20262 Cedar Ave E, Temiskaming Shores CA-ON 47.50562, -79.671791 observed

Scarlet Tanager

Piranga olivacea

5/29/2026Kap-Kig-Iwan Provincial Park1 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

5/26/2026Twin Lakes Road A1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

5/24/2026Englehart Sewage Lagoons4 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

5/23/2026Hilliardton Marsh2 observed

Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

5/23/2026Englehart Sewage Lagoons1 observed

Brant

Branta bernicla

5/23/2026Hilliardton Marsh Research and Education Centre100 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (Gambel's)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

5/22/2026Hilliardton Marsh Research and Education Centre1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

5/21/2026Shepherd Lk Area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

405/30/2026

Trumpeter Swan

15/30/2026

Blue-winged Teal

45/30/2026

Northern Shoveler

25/30/2026

Mallard

15/30/2026

Common Goldeneye

105/30/2026

Hooded Merganser

55/30/2026

Ruffed Grouse

15/30/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

15/30/2026

Sora

15/30/2026

Sandhill Crane

55/30/2026

Black-bellied Plover

15/30/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/30/2026

Dunlin

105/30/2026

Black Tern

105/30/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

15/30/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

25/30/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Northern Flicker

15/30/2026

Birding Tips

1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
3
Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hilliardton Marsh Research and Education Centre for birding?▼

The best months to visit Hilliardton Marsh Research and Education Centre for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Hilliardton Marsh Research and Education Centre?▼

Notable species at Hilliardton Marsh Research and Education Centre include Ruffed Grouse, Pileated Woodpecker, Blue Jay, Black-capped Chickadee, Evening Grosbeak. The area supports wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Hilliardton Marsh Research and Education Centre?▼

Birding at Hilliardton Marsh Research and Education Centre is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Hilliardton Marsh Research and Education Centre?▼

Hilliardton Marsh Research and Education Centre offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.