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

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

4/15/2026At our backyard bird feeder/yard and the 12 concession1 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

4/15/2026Long Point--LPBO Old Cut Field Station1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

4/15/2026East 1/4 Line and Big Creek2 observed

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

4/15/2026Long Point--'New' Provincial Park1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

4/15/2026Long Point--LPBO Old Cut Field Station1 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

4/15/2026Long Point--LPBO Old Cut Field Station1 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

4/14/2026Long Point--Tip2 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/13/2026110 Clubhouse Road, Vittoria, Ontario, CA (42.667, -80.34)1 observed

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher (Eastern)

Polioptila caerulea

4/13/2026Long Point--Tip1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

34/15/2026

Mute Swan

24/15/2026

Mallard

74/15/2026

Ring-necked Duck

154/15/2026

Lesser Scaup

84/15/2026

Bufflehead

124/15/2026

Common Merganser

64/15/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

54/15/2026

Mourning Dove

354/15/2026

American Coot

154/15/2026

Sandhill Crane

34/15/2026

Killdeer

44/15/2026

Wilson's Snipe

14/15/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/15/2026

American Herring Gull

34/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/15/2026

Cooper's Hawk

14/15/2026

Belted Kingfisher

34/15/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/15/2026

Downy Woodpecker

54/15/2026

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.