Cityscape seen through trees and a fence

Réservoir Beaudet

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily

About This Location

Réservoir Beaudet is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 265 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts American Robin, American Crow, 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

Snow x Canada Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x Branta canadensis

4/20/2026Parc du Réservoir-Beaudet1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

4/20/2026Parc du Réservoir-Beaudet1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose (Western)

Anser albifrons

4/20/2026Parc du Réservoir-Beaudet1 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

4/19/2026Mes mangeoires / rue des Cypres,Victoriaville2 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

4/13/20266600 Québec 161, Chesterville, Québec, CA (45,948, -71,799)1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

4/12/2026516 7e Avenue, Ste-Eulalie CA-QC 46.12803, -72.269491 observed

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

4/11/2026Parc du Réservoir-Beaudet1 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

4/10/2026Ma cour1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

4/10/2026Ma cour1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

4004/21/2026

American Wigeon

24/21/2026

Mallard

24/21/2026

Green-winged Teal

154/21/2026

Ring-necked Duck

254/21/2026

Lesser Scaup

54/21/2026

Bufflehead

44/21/2026

Common Merganser

804/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

304/21/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/21/2026

Bald Eagle

14/21/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/21/2026

Northern Flicker

24/21/2026

American Crow

24/21/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

34/21/2026

Evening Grosbeak

54/21/2026

Song Sparrow

24/21/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

54/21/2026

Common Grackle

24/21/2026

Downy Woodpecker

24/21/2026

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 Réservoir Beaudet for birding?
The best months to visit Réservoir Beaudet for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Réservoir Beaudet?
Notable species at Réservoir Beaudet include American Robin, American Crow, Mallard, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove, European Starling, Blue Jay, Black-capped Chickadee, Tufted Titmouse, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Réservoir Beaudet?
Birding at Réservoir Beaudet is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Réservoir Beaudet?
There is no entrance fee at Réservoir Beaudet. Hours: Open daily.
What amenities are available at Réservoir Beaudet?
Réservoir Beaudet offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.