Coastal birding habitat

Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Greater Scaup, Mourning Dove, and Ring-billed Gull 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

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

7/8/2026Presqu'ile Provincial Park* general (use more precise loc.)2 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

7/4/2026Presqu'ile Provincial Park* general (use more precise loc.)2 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

7/4/2026Presqu'ile Provincial Park* general (use more precise loc.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

187/6/2026

Mute Swan

27/6/2026

Mallard

67/6/2026

Hooded Merganser

17/6/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

247/6/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

27/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

50007/6/2026

American Herring Gull

1257/6/2026

Caspian Tern

27/6/2026

Common Tern

2507/6/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

5007/6/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

27/6/2026

Great Egret

47/6/2026

Barn Swallow

17/6/2026

Song Sparrow

17/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island for birding?
The best months to visit Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island?
Notable species at Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island include Greater Scaup, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, Golden-crowned Kinglet. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island?
Birding at Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island?
Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Gull Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.