Long Point - Townsite

Ontario · Canada

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Habitat

Boreal/TaigaForest

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Long Point - Townsite is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Red-winged Blackbird, Rusty Blackbird, and Common Grackle 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

Red-winged Blackbird Rusty Blackbird Common Grackle

Live Bird Data

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

107/12/2026

Mute Swan

87/12/2026

Mourning Dove

57/12/2026

Ring-billed Gull

47/12/2026

Common Tern

27/12/2026

Eastern Kingbird

37/12/2026

American Crow

67/12/2026

Tree Swallow

77/12/2026

Barn Swallow

107/12/2026

American Robin

57/12/2026

House Sparrow

57/12/2026

Swamp Sparrow

57/12/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

87/12/2026

Common Yellowthroat

27/12/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

17/12/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.
2
Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.
3
Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Long Point - Townsite for birding?▼

The best months to visit Long Point - Townsite for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Long Point - Townsite?▼

Notable species at Long Point - Townsite include Red-winged Blackbird, Rusty Blackbird, Common Grackle. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at Long Point - Townsite?▼

Birding at Long Point - Townsite is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Long Point - Townsite?▼

Long Point - Townsite offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.