Kingston - Marshlands CA

Ontario · Canada

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Habitat

Boreal/TaigaForest

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Kingston - Marshlands CA is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Downy Woodpecker 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

Canada Goose Mourning Dove Downy Woodpecker Hairy Woodpecker Northern Flicker

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

7/20/2026Kingston--City Park2 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/20/2026Amherstview--Sewage Lagoons (restricted access; KFN members only)1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

7/19/2026Simcoe Island

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

7/15/2026Bateau Lane, Kingston5 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

7/15/2026Amherst Island--Long Point Road Marshes and Village1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

7/13/2026Kingston—Battery Park1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

7/11/2026Amherstview--Sewage Lagoons (restricted access; KFN members only)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-eyed Vireo

17/11/2026

Gray Catbird

17/11/2026

Common Grackle

27/11/2026

American Redstart

17/11/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/11/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.
2
Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.
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 Kingston - Marshlands CA for birding?▼

The best months to visit Kingston - Marshlands CA for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Kingston - Marshlands CA?▼

Notable species at Kingston - Marshlands CA include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Northern Flicker. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at Kingston - Marshlands CA?▼

Birding at Kingston - Marshlands CA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Kingston - Marshlands CA?▼

Kingston - Marshlands CA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.