Parc nature, Pointe-des-Cascades

Quebec · Canada

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Habitat

Boreal/TaigaForest

Best Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Parc nature, Pointe-des-Cascades is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Downy Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, and Blue Jay 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

Downy Woodpecker Pileated Woodpecker Blue Jay American Crow Black-capped Chickadee

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/5/2026Barrage du Grand Moulin1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

3/4/2026Barrage, Beauharnois11 observed

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

3/4/202691 chemin des Tilleuls, Rigaud, Quebec, CA1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/1/2026Parc Pine Beach2 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

3/1/2026Dans ma cour1 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/1/2026Pont Larocque1 observed

Snowy Owl

Bubo scandiacus

3/1/2026Champs agricoles Rg St-Simon2 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

3/1/2026Parc Angrignon, Montréal CA-QC 45.43945, -73.611351 observed

Black-backed Woodpecker

Picoides arcticus

3/1/2026Pinède1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

2/28/2026Aut Félix-Leclerc, Dorval CA-QC (45.4894,-73.7713)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Downy Woodpecker

23/3/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Blue Jay

23/3/2026

American Crow

63/3/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

153/3/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/3/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.
2
Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.
3
Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Parc nature, Pointe-des-Cascades for birding?▼

The best months to visit Parc nature, Pointe-des-Cascades for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Parc nature, Pointe-des-Cascades?▼

Notable species at Parc nature, Pointe-des-Cascades include Downy Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, Blue Jay, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at Parc nature, Pointe-des-Cascades?▼

Birding at Parc nature, Pointe-des-Cascades is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Parc nature, Pointe-des-Cascades?▼

Parc nature, Pointe-des-Cascades offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.