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

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

7/20/2026961 West Quarter Line Road, Walsingham, Ontario, CA (42.647, -80.555)1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

7/19/2026Turkey Point-beach2 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

7/15/2026Long Point--Birds Canada Headquarters Property1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

7/15/2026Long Point--Birds Canada Headquarters Property4 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

7/15/2026Long Point--Causeway2 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

7/9/2026Long Point--Causeway1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

307/19/2026

Mute Swan

17/19/2026

Wood Duck

37/19/2026

Mallard

47/19/2026

Mourning Dove

167/19/2026

Chimney Swift

27/19/2026

Ring-billed Gull

27/19/2026

Caspian Tern

37/19/2026

Black Tern

37/19/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

17/19/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

127/19/2026

Least Bittern

17/19/2026

Green Heron

17/19/2026

Great Egret

57/19/2026

Great Blue Heron

57/19/2026

Osprey

17/19/2026

Belted Kingfisher

27/19/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/19/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/19/2026

Bank Swallow

107/19/2026

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.