Wetland birding habitat

Point Pelee National Park - Marsh Boardwalk

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Point Pelee National Park - Marsh Boardwalk is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 251 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Northern Harrier, Bald Eagle, and Mute Swan 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

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

6/2/2026Pelee Island--Fish Point Provincial Nature Reserve1 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

6/2/2026Pelee Island--Fish Point Provincial Nature Reserve6 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

6/1/2026Point Pelee NP--DeLaurier Homestead Trail1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

6/1/2026Point Pelee NP--Redbud Footpath1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

5/31/2026Point Pelee NP--The Dunes1 observed

Cerulean Warbler

Setophaga cerulea

5/31/2026Point Pelee NP--The Dunes1 observed

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

5/31/2026Point Pelee NP--The Dunes1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mute Swan

16/2/2026

Mourning Dove

26/2/2026

Black Tern

96/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

26/2/2026

Turkey Vulture

16/2/2026

Tree Swallow

16/2/2026

Barn Swallow

506/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

256/2/2026

Common Yellowthroat

46/2/2026

Chimney Swift

26/2/2026

Cooper's Hawk

26/2/2026

Bald Eagle

16/2/2026

Trumpeter Swan

16/2/2026

Wood Duck

26/2/2026

Killdeer

16/2/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/2/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/2/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

26/2/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/2/2026

Northern House Wren

16/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Point Pelee National Park - Marsh Boardwalk for birding?
The best months to visit Point Pelee National Park - Marsh Boardwalk for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Point Pelee National Park - Marsh Boardwalk?
Notable species at Point Pelee National Park - Marsh Boardwalk include Northern Harrier, Bald Eagle, Mute Swan, Horned Lark. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Point Pelee National Park - Marsh Boardwalk?
Birding at Point Pelee National Park - Marsh Boardwalk is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Point Pelee National Park - Marsh Boardwalk?
Point Pelee National Park - Marsh Boardwalk offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.