Lake birding habitat

Pittock Lake - Dam

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Pittock Lake - Dam is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Hooded Merganser, Common Merganser, and American Crow 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

Common Nighthawk

Chordeiles minor

6/2/2026Dereham Wetlands CA

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

6/2/2026466 Springbank Avenue North, Woodstock, Ontario, CA (43.149, -80.737) 22 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

6/2/2026Home And The Surrounding Woods And Wetlands1 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

6/1/2026Township Road 42 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

6/1/2026746492 Township Road 4, Blandford-Blenheim, Ontario, CA (43.19, -80.606)1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

6/1/2026Wildwood CA1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

5/31/2026Road 104 (HWY 7/8 - Line 43)1 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

5/30/2026Line 40 (wilmot-easthope - road 107)1 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

5/29/2026WL Dickson Arboretum1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

5/28/2026Township Rd #4 Pastures1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Turkey Vulture

165/22/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/22/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/22/2026

American Crow

15/22/2026

American Robin

15/22/2026

House Sparrow

25/22/2026

American Goldfinch

5/22/2026

Baltimore Oriole

25/22/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

145/22/2026

Common Grackle

125/22/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/22/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Pittock Lake - Dam for birding?
The best months to visit Pittock Lake - Dam for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Pittock Lake - Dam?
Notable species at Pittock Lake - Dam include Hooded Merganser, Common Merganser, American Crow, Canada Goose, Mallard. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pittock Lake - Dam?
Birding at Pittock Lake - Dam is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Pittock Lake - Dam?
Pittock Lake - Dam offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.