John E. Pearce Provincial Park

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

John E. Pearce Provincial Park is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Pileated Woodpecker, American Crow, and Black-capped Chickadee 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

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/3/202627840 Pioneer Line, Dutton/Dunwich CA-ON 42.64319, -81.552041 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

2/24/2026SW Middlesex1 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

2/24/2026SW Middlesex1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

2/24/2026SW Middlesex1 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

2/23/202643357 Fruit Ridge Line, Central Elgin, Ontario, CA2 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

2/22/20266575–6599 Riverside Dr, Southwest Middlesex CA-ON (42.7816,-81.5056)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Pileated Woodpecker

12/21/2026

American Crow

22/21/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

22/21/2026

American Goldfinch

32/21/2026

Northern Cardinal

12/21/2026

Rock Pigeon

12/20/2026

Bald Eagle

22/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/20/2026

Blue Jay

22/20/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

12/20/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.

  2. 2

    Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit John E. Pearce Provincial Park for birding?
The best months to visit John E. Pearce Provincial Park for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at John E. Pearce Provincial Park?
Notable species at John E. Pearce Provincial Park include Pileated Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, American Goldfinch, Northern Cardinal. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at John E. Pearce Provincial Park?
Birding at John E. Pearce Provincial Park is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at John E. Pearce Provincial Park?
John E. Pearce Provincial Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.