circa 1800:  The Little Bustard, a bird of the crane family.  (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

RécréoParc (Côte-Ste-Catherine)

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily

About This Location

RécréoParc (Côte-Ste-Catherine) is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 270 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser, 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

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

4/22/2026Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

4/22/2026Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/22/2026Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

4/22/2026Boisé Vimont1 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

4/22/2026PN de l'Île-de-la-Visitation1 observed

Snow x Greater White-fronted Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x albifrons

4/21/2026Canal Chambly1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

4/21/2026Parc Maisonneuve, Montreal CA-QC 45.56634, -73.559411 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

204/21/2026

American Robin

64/21/2026

Song Sparrow

14/21/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

3004/21/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/21/2026

Gadwall

34/21/2026

American Wigeon

44/21/2026

Mallard

74/21/2026

Common Goldeneye

124/21/2026

Common Merganser

34/21/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

114/21/2026

Rock Pigeon

94/21/2026

Mourning Dove

14/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

754/21/2026

American Herring Gull

24/21/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

14/21/2026

Common Loon

74/21/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

124/21/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

54/21/2026

Great Egret

14/21/2026

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 RécréoParc (Côte-Ste-Catherine) for birding?
The best months to visit RécréoParc (Côte-Ste-Catherine) for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at RécréoParc (Côte-Ste-Catherine)?
Notable species at RécréoParc (Côte-Ste-Catherine) include Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser, American Herring Gull, Great Black-backed Gull, Bald Eagle, Rock Pigeon, Common Raven, American Robin, House Sparrow, Mallard, Canada Goose, American Black Duck. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at RécréoParc (Côte-Ste-Catherine)?
Birding at RécréoParc (Côte-Ste-Catherine) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at RécréoParc (Côte-Ste-Catherine)?
There is no entrance fee at RécréoParc (Côte-Ste-Catherine). Hours: Open daily.
What amenities are available at RécréoParc (Côte-Ste-Catherine)?
RécréoParc (Côte-Ste-Catherine) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.