Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

Long Point - 'New' Provincial Park

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Long Point - 'New' Provincial Park is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 300 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Great Blue Heron, Bald Eagle, 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

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

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

5/31/2026Long Point--Tip1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/31/2026Estacion De Monitoreo Turkey Point, Ontario, CA (42.547, -80.057)1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

5/30/2026Long Point--Tip1 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

5/30/2026Long Point--Tip19 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

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

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

5/28/2026Estacion De Monitoreo Turkey Point, Ontario, CA (42.547, -80.057)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

86/2/2026

Killdeer

26/2/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

16/2/2026

Green Heron

16/2/2026

Northern Flicker

16/2/2026

Eastern Phoebe

16/2/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/2/2026

Tree Swallow

36/2/2026

Northern House Wren

16/2/2026

Gray Catbird

16/2/2026

American Robin

16/2/2026

Song Sparrow

16/2/2026

Baltimore Oriole

16/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

56/2/2026

Common Grackle

16/2/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/2/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

16/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/2/2026

Mute Swan

15/30/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/30/2026

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 - 'New' Provincial Park for birding?
The best months to visit Long Point - 'New' Provincial Park for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Long Point - 'New' Provincial Park?
Notable species at Long Point - 'New' Provincial Park include Great Blue Heron, Bald Eagle, Black-capped Chickadee, Golden-crowned Kinglet, American Robin. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Long Point - 'New' Provincial Park?
Birding at Long Point - 'New' Provincial Park is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Long Point - 'New' Provincial Park?
Long Point - 'New' Provincial Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.