Coastal birding habitat

Matchedash Bay - Lawson Line MTM Site

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Matchedash Bay - Lawson Line MTM Site is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This coastal 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

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/20/2026Cronk Side Rd, M-N to Fairgrounds Rd. Washago CA-ON 44.76486, -79.276232 observed

Black-backed Woodpecker

Picoides arcticus

7/19/2026Highway 11 N, Oro-Medonte CA-ON 44.49581, -79.500531 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

7/19/2026Tiny Marsh1 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

7/17/2026Tiny Marsh--North/South Dike1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

7/16/2026Highway 400 N, Georgian Bay CA-ON 44.87693, -79.747101 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

7/14/20263132–3298 Switch Rd, Quarry Entrance Ramara CA-ON 44.72054, -79.336691 observed

House Finch

Haemorhous mexicanus

7/12/2026Lock 45 (Parks Canada), Port Severn2 observed

House Sparrow

Passer domesticus

7/12/2026Lock 45 (Parks Canada), Port Severn2 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

7/11/2026Muskoka, Severn Sound North / West8 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ring-billed Gull

17/19/2026

Osprey

17/19/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/19/2026

Blue Jay

27/19/2026

Common Raven

17/19/2026

Tree Swallow

47/19/2026

Barn Swallow

67/19/2026

Marsh Wren

17/19/2026

Gray Catbird

17/19/2026

American Robin

17/19/2026

American Goldfinch

37/19/2026

Song Sparrow

17/19/2026

Swamp Sparrow

37/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

57/19/2026

Common Yellowthroat

27/19/2026

Chestnut-sided Warbler

17/19/2026

Indigo Bunting

17/19/2026

Mourning Dove

17/12/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/12/2026

Black-billed Cuckoo

17/12/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Matchedash Bay - Lawson Line MTM Site for birding?
The best months to visit Matchedash Bay - Lawson Line MTM Site for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Matchedash Bay - Lawson Line MTM Site?
Notable species at Matchedash Bay - Lawson Line MTM Site include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Matchedash Bay - Lawson Line MTM Site?
Birding at Matchedash Bay - Lawson Line MTM Site is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Matchedash Bay - Lawson Line MTM Site?
Matchedash Bay - Lawson Line MTM Site offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.