Point Pelee National Park - Tip

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

Entrance Fee

C$8.50 adults

Hours

Open daily (shuttle to tip during peak season)

About This Location

Point Pelee National Park - Tip is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 340 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Tundra Swan, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, and Canada Goose 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

3/1/2026Point Pelee NP* general (use more precise loc.)3 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

2/28/2026Point Pelee NP* general (use more precise loc.)22 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

2/28/2026Point Pelee NP* general (use more precise loc.)4 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

2/28/2026Point Pelee NP* general (use more precise loc.)1 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

2/28/2026Point Pelee NP--DeLaurier Homestead Trail1 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

2/28/2026Point Pelee NP* general (use more precise loc.)10 observed

Canvasback

Aythya valisineria

2/28/2026Point Pelee NP* general (use more precise loc.)24 observed

Green-winged Teal (American)

Anas crecca

2/28/2026Point Pelee NP* general (use more precise loc.)5 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

2/28/2026Point Pelee NP* general (use more precise loc.)1 observed

Canada Goose (canadensis Group)

Branta canadensis

2/22/2026Mersea Rd 2 east bridge550 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

2/20/20261255 Road 2 E, Kingsville CA-ON 42.04970, -82.685762 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Tundra Swan

163/2/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

13/2/2026

Canada Goose

342/28/2026

American Black Duck

62/28/2026

Greater Scaup

552/28/2026

White-winged Scoter

892/28/2026

Common Goldeneye

52/28/2026

Common Merganser

132/28/2026

American Herring Gull

22/28/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

12/28/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

12/28/2026

Bald Eagle

22/28/2026

American Robin

12/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

112/28/2026

Common Grackle

112/28/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Scan the canopy edges at dawn for migrating warblers and other songbirds during spring and fall.

  5. 5

    Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Point Pelee National Park - Tip for birding?
The best months to visit Point Pelee National Park - Tip for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Point Pelee National Park - Tip?
Notable species at Point Pelee National Park - Tip include Tundra Swan, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Canada Goose, American Black Duck, Greater Scaup, American Woodcock, American Goldfinch, Horned Lark, American Tree Sparrow, Sandhill Crane, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Point Pelee National Park - Tip?
Birding at Point Pelee National Park - Tip is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Point Pelee National Park - Tip?
The entrance fee at Point Pelee National Park - Tip is C$8.50 adults. Hours: Open daily (shuttle to tip during peak season).
What amenities are available at Point Pelee National Park - Tip?
Point Pelee National Park - Tip offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.