Sunnyside Beach

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Sunnyside Beach is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 257 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Mallard 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

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/6/2026Colonel Samuel Smith Park1 observed

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

3/6/2026Sugar Beach Park1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

3/6/2026G. Ross Lord Park1 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

3/6/2026High Park1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/6/2026Colonel Samuel Smith Park7 observed

King Eider

Somateria spectabilis

3/5/2026Tommy Thompson Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

83/6/2026

Mute Swan

63/6/2026

Mallard

453/6/2026

Mallard x American Black Duck (hybrid)

23/6/2026

Redhead

1103/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

23/6/2026

Greater Scaup

83/6/2026

White-winged Scoter

123/6/2026

Long-tailed Duck

223/6/2026

Bufflehead

73/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

93/6/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

63/6/2026

Rock Pigeon

253/6/2026

Mourning Dove

23/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

1253/6/2026

American Herring Gull

123/6/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Common Raven

13/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

73/6/2026

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 Sunnyside Beach for birding?
The best months to visit Sunnyside Beach for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sunnyside Beach?
Notable species at Sunnyside Beach include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Mallard, White-winged Scoter, Long-tailed Duck. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sunnyside Beach?
Birding at Sunnyside Beach is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Sunnyside Beach?
Sunnyside Beach offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.