PN de l'Île-de-la-Visitation

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, 6:00 AM - midnight

About This Location

PN de l'Île-de-la-Visitation is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Common Merganser, Rock Pigeon, and American Herring 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

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/6/20264 Crois Grand-Moulin, Deux-Montagnes CA-QC 45.53492, -73.883311 observed

European Robin

Erithacus rubecula

3/6/2026poste d'observation Rougegorge familier, Montréal (2026)1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

3/5/2026arrêt de bus, en avant de la piscine1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

3/5/2026Parc Angrignon1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Merganser

13/4/2026

Rock Pigeon

253/4/2026

American Herring Gull

13/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/4/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

23/4/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

53/4/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

63/4/2026

American Robin

203/4/2026

House Sparrow

153/4/2026

American Goldfinch

73/4/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

43/4/2026

Northern Cardinal

153/4/2026

American Crow

13/3/2026

European Starling

13/3/2026

Blue Jay

13/3/2026

House Finch

43/3/2026

Cooper's Hawk

12/24/2026

Common Raven

12/23/2026

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 PN de l'Île-de-la-Visitation for birding?
The best months to visit PN de l'Île-de-la-Visitation for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at PN de l'Île-de-la-Visitation?
Notable species at PN de l'Île-de-la-Visitation include Common Merganser, Rock Pigeon, American Herring Gull, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Common Raven, American Robin, House Sparrow, Mallard, Bald Eagle, Bohemian Waxwing, Canada Goose. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at PN de l'Île-de-la-Visitation?
Birding at PN de l'Île-de-la-Visitation is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at PN de l'Île-de-la-Visitation?
There is no entrance fee at PN de l'Île-de-la-Visitation. Hours: Open daily, 6:00 AM - midnight.
What amenities are available at PN de l'Île-de-la-Visitation?
PN de l'Île-de-la-Visitation offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.