Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods

Ontario · Canada

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Habitat

Forest

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This forest habitat attracts Barred Owl, Hairy Woodpecker, and Northern Shrike 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

Barred Owl Hairy Woodpecker Northern Shrike American Crow Black-capped Chickadee

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

7/16/2026Ottawa--Andrew Haydon Park1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

7/16/2026Ottawa--Andrew Haydon Park1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

7/16/2026Parc de la Gatineau--étang du stationnement P81 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

7/16/2026Ottawa - Innovation Drive1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

7/15/2026Parc de la Gatineau--Lac Pink1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Flicker

17/15/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/15/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/15/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

27/15/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/15/2026

Cedar Waxwing

17/15/2026

American Goldfinch

27/15/2026

Song Sparrow

17/15/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

27/15/2026

Common Yellowthroat

17/15/2026

American Redstart

17/15/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

17/15/2026

Chestnut-sided Warbler

27/15/2026

Ring-billed Gull

127/14/2026

Green Heron

27/14/2026

Great Egret

17/14/2026

American Kestrel

17/14/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/14/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/14/2026

American Crow

27/14/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
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 Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods for birding?▼

The best months to visit Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods?▼

Notable species at Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods include Barred Owl, Hairy Woodpecker, Northern Shrike, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods?▼

Birding at Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods?▼

Ottawa - Rockcliffe Airport Woods offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.