A sun-dappled path through a sparse desert forest.

Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
ForestUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, dawn to dusk

About This Location

Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 246 species recorded on eBird. This forest and urban park habitat attracts Wild Turkey, Mourning Dove, and Downy Woodpecker 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

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

6/18/2026Ile Notre-Dame1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

6/18/2026Aut Métropolitaine, Montréal-Est CA-QC 45.63964, -73.535681 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

6/17/2026PN du Mont-St-Bruno1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

6/17/2026Cimetière de St-Laurent1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

6/17/2026PN du Mont-St-Bruno1 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

6/16/2026PN du Mont-St-Bruno1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

26/18/2026

Ring-billed Gull

356/18/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

16/18/2026

Green Heron

16/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/18/2026

Northern Flicker

16/18/2026

Tree Swallow

126/18/2026

Barn Swallow

26/18/2026

Gray Catbird

16/18/2026

American Robin

16/18/2026

Swamp Sparrow

26/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

156/18/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

16/18/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/18/2026

American Redstart

26/18/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

56/18/2026

Northern Cardinal

46/18/2026

Canada Goose

506/16/2026

Gadwall

26/16/2026

Mallard

36/16/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

  4. 4

    This urban green space acts as a migrant trap — birds concentrate here during migration, especially after overnight flights.

  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 Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles for birding?
The best months to visit Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles?
Notable species at Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles include Wild Turkey, Mourning Dove, Downy Woodpecker, Common Raven, Black-capped Chickadee, Rock Pigeon, American Robin, House Sparrow, Ring-billed Gull, Dark-eyed Junco, White-breasted Nuthatch, Northern Cardinal. The area supports forest, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles?
Birding at Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles?
There is no entrance fee at Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles. Hours: Open daily, dawn to dusk.
What amenities are available at Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles?
Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.