Ottawa - Remic Rapids Lookout

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Ottawa - Remic Rapids Lookout is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mallard, Common Goldeneye, and Common Merganser 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

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

3/5/2026Britannia CA--Mud Lake1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

3/5/2026Manotick--Watson's Mill1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/5/2026Ottawa--Central Experimental Farm1 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

3/4/2026Rapides Deschênes (incluant Parc)1 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

3/4/20265 Salisbury Pl, Ottawa CA-ON (45.4182,-75.6843)1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

3/4/2026Britannia CA (general location)1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (abieticola)

Buteo jamaicensis

3/3/20264376–4700 Cambrian Rd W, Ottawa CA-ON (45.2388,-75.7720)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Bufflehead

13/5/2026

Common Goldeneye

23/5/2026

American Crow

13/5/2026

Mallard

33/3/2026

Common Merganser

53/3/2026

American Herring Gull

903/3/2026

Common Raven

33/3/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/2/2026

Blue Jay

13/2/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/2/2026

Rock Pigeon

53/1/2026

American Black Duck

22/28/2026

Greater Scaup

22/28/2026

Barrow's Goldeneye

12/22/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

22/22/2026

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 Ottawa - Remic Rapids Lookout for birding?
The best months to visit Ottawa - Remic Rapids Lookout for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ottawa - Remic Rapids Lookout?
Notable species at Ottawa - Remic Rapids Lookout include Mallard, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser, American Herring Gull, Common Raven. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ottawa - Remic Rapids Lookout?
Birding at Ottawa - Remic Rapids Lookout is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Ottawa - Remic Rapids Lookout?
Ottawa - Remic Rapids Lookout offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.