Newcastle - Samuel Wilmot Nature Reserve

Ontario · Canada

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Habitat

Boreal/TaigaForest

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Newcastle - Samuel Wilmot Nature Reserve is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Hairy Woodpecker, American Crow, 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

Hairy Woodpecker American Crow Black-capped Chickadee American Robin Dark-eyed Junco

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

5/31/2026172–310 Sandaraska Rd, Kawartha Lakes CA-ON 44.10241, -78.557312 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/31/2026Darlington Provincial Park1 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

5/30/2026McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve--Beaton Point3 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

5/28/2026Oshawa--McLaughlin Bay/McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve1 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

5/28/2026Port Hope--Harbour1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

5/27/2026Carveth Drive, Millbrook1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

5/25/202611256 Cartwright East Quarter Line, Scugog, Ontario, CA (44.092, -78.756)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

205/31/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

15/31/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

35/31/2026

Ring-billed Gull

5/31/2026

American Herring Gull

5/31/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

5/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Willow Flycatcher

25/31/2026

Least Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

25/31/2026

Blue Jay

15/31/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

25/31/2026

Tree Swallow

55/31/2026

European Starling

65/31/2026

Gray Catbird

15/31/2026

American Robin

55/31/2026

Cedar Waxwing

135/31/2026

Chipping Sparrow

15/31/2026

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 Newcastle - Samuel Wilmot Nature Reserve for birding?▼

The best months to visit Newcastle - Samuel Wilmot Nature Reserve for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Newcastle - Samuel Wilmot Nature Reserve?▼

Notable species at Newcastle - Samuel Wilmot Nature Reserve include Hairy Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, American Robin, Dark-eyed Junco. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at Newcastle - Samuel Wilmot Nature Reserve?▼

Birding at Newcastle - Samuel Wilmot Nature Reserve is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Newcastle - Samuel Wilmot Nature Reserve?▼

Newcastle - Samuel Wilmot Nature Reserve offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.