Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Long Point - Hastings Drive

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Long Point - Hastings Drive is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 258 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

4/17/2026Long Point--Crown Marsh Trail2 observed

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

4/17/2026Long Point--'New' Provincial Park1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

4/17/2026Long Point--'New' Provincial Park1 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

4/17/2026Long Point--Breakwater (restricted access)1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/17/2026Long Point--Breakwater (restricted access)1 observed

Tundra Swan

Cygnus columbianus

4/16/2026Long Point--Causeway3 observed

Eurasian x American Wigeon (hybrid)

Mareca penelope x americana

4/16/2026Long Point--Causeway1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

4/16/2026East 1/4 Line and Big Creek1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

4/16/202648 Victoria Street, Port Burwell, Ontario, CA (42.648, -80.8)1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/16/2026Long Point--Birds Canada Headquarters Property1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

4/16/2026Timpf Farm, 961 West Quarter Line Road, Walsingham, Ontario, CA (42.647, -80.555)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gadwall

84/11/2026

Ring-necked Duck

24/11/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

24/11/2026

American Wigeon

14/3/2026

Canvasback

44/3/2026

Redhead

204/3/2026

Bufflehead

204/3/2026

Mourning Dove

14/3/2026

Sandhill Crane

124/3/2026

Killdeer

44/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

14/3/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

14/3/2026

Northern Flicker

14/3/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/3/2026

Brown Creeper

14/3/2026

Carolina Wren

14/3/2026

European Starling

24/3/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

54/3/2026

Song Sparrow

14/3/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

24/3/2026

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 Long Point - Hastings Drive for birding?
The best months to visit Long Point - Hastings Drive for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Long Point - Hastings Drive?
Notable species at Long Point - Hastings Drive include Boreal Chickadee, Spruce Grouse, Gray Jay, Black-backed Woodpecker, White-winged Crossbill. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Long Point - Hastings Drive?
Birding at Long Point - Hastings Drive is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Long Point - Hastings Drive?
Long Point - Hastings Drive offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.