Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road

Ontario · Canada

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Habitat

Boreal/TaigaForest

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 236 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Bald Eagle, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

Mourning Dove Bald Eagle Red-bellied Woodpecker Downy Woodpecker Hairy Woodpecker

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

7/21/2026Dennis Drive, Wasaga Beach1 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

7/20/2026Watergate alcove3 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

7/19/2026Auto selected 44.18297, -80.128501 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

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

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

7/11/2026New Lowell CA1 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

7/10/2026Concession 2 South - Snowmobile Trail4 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

357/13/2026

Mourning Dove

87/13/2026

Virginia Rail

17/13/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

17/13/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

17/13/2026

Green Heron

27/13/2026

Great Blue Heron

37/13/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/13/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/13/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/13/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/13/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

17/13/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

37/13/2026

Blue Jay

47/13/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/13/2026

Tree Swallow

37/13/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/13/2026

Brown Creeper

17/13/2026

Northern House Wren

37/13/2026

European Starling

47/13/2026

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 Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road for birding?▼

The best months to visit Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road?▼

Notable species at Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road include Mourning Dove, Bald Eagle, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road?▼

Birding at Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road?▼

Minesing Wetlands - McKinnon Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.