River/Riparian birding habitat

Long Point - Big Creek National Wildlife Area

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
River/RiparianWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Long Point - Big Creek National Wildlife Area is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 250 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Black Duck 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

Golden-winged x Blue-winged Warbler (hybrid)

Vermivora chrysoptera x cyanoptera

5/31/2026Woodlot on 13th concession 42.767165 -80.5519481 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

5/31/2026Long Point--LPBO Old Cut Research Station1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

5/30/2026Long Point--LPBO Old Cut Research Station1 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

5/30/2026Long Point--Big Creek NWA1 observed

Brewster's Warbler (hybrid)

Vermivora chrysoptera x cyanoptera (F1 hybrid)

5/28/2026St. Williams Conservation Reserve1 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

5/28/2026Long Point--Breakwater (restricted access)1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

5/27/2026Long Point--LPBO Old Cut Research Station1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/27/2026Long Point--Breakwater (restricted access)1 observed

Chuck-will's-widow

Antrostomus carolinensis

5/27/2026Long Point--Breakwater (restricted access)1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

5/26/2026Long Point--Birds Canada Headquarters Property1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

36/1/2026

Mute Swan

56/1/2026

Mourning Dove

36/1/2026

Black Tern

16/1/2026

Forster's Tern

36/1/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

16/1/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

116/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/1/2026

Tree Swallow

106/1/2026

Purple Martin

36/1/2026

Barn Swallow

16/1/2026

American Robin

16/1/2026

Song Sparrow

16/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

36/1/2026

Common Grackle

16/1/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/1/2026

Virginia Rail

26/1/2026

Common Gallinule

16/1/2026

American Herring Gull

16/1/2026

Great Egret

26/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Long Point - Big Creek National Wildlife Area for birding?
The best months to visit Long Point - Big Creek National Wildlife Area for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Long Point - Big Creek National Wildlife Area?
Notable species at Long Point - Big Creek National Wildlife Area include Canada Goose, Mallard, American Black Duck, Sandhill Crane, Northern Harrier. The area supports river/riparian, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Long Point - Big Creek National Wildlife Area?
Birding at Long Point - Big Creek National Wildlife Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Long Point - Big Creek National Wildlife Area?
Long Point - Big Creek National Wildlife Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.