A dirt path in the woods with lots of trees

Rapides Deschênes (incluant Parc)

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily

About This Location

Rapides Deschênes (incluant Parc) is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 269 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mallard, American Black Duck, and Northern Pintail 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

Snowy Owl

Bubo scandiacus

4/20/2026Ottawa--Dick Bell Park1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

4/20/2026Ottawa--Dow's Lake1 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

4/20/2026Ottawa--Stony Swamp (Sarsaparilla Trail)1 observed

Sora

Porzana carolina

4/20/2026Kinburn old rail trail1 observed

Black-backed Woodpecker

Picoides arcticus

4/20/2026Parc du Lac-Beauchamp1 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

4/20/2026Ottawa--Dick Bell Park1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/20/20263378 Carling Avenue Nepean, ON1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

54/20/2026

Mallard

74/20/2026

Common Merganser

24/20/2026

Ring-billed Gull

3004/20/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

64/20/2026

Great Egret

64/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

54/20/2026

Common Raven

14/20/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

34/20/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/20/2026

Brown Creeper

14/20/2026

American Robin

34/20/2026

Bohemian Waxwing

1004/20/2026

Chipping Sparrow

14/20/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

204/20/2026

Song Sparrow

14/20/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

104/20/2026

Rusty Blackbird

124/20/2026

Common Grackle

44/20/2026

Pine Warbler

24/20/2026

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 Rapides Deschênes (incluant Parc) for birding?
The best months to visit Rapides Deschênes (incluant Parc) for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Rapides Deschênes (incluant Parc)?
Notable species at Rapides Deschênes (incluant Parc) include Mallard, American Black Duck, Northern Pintail, Common Goldeneye, American Crow, House Finch, Cooper's Hawk, Barred Owl, Black-capped Chickadee, White-breasted Nuthatch, Pine Grosbeak, Dark-eyed Junco. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Rapides Deschênes (incluant Parc)?
Birding at Rapides Deschênes (incluant Parc) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Rapides Deschênes (incluant Parc)?
There is no entrance fee at Rapides Deschênes (incluant Parc). Hours: Open daily.
What amenities are available at Rapides Deschênes (incluant Parc)?
Rapides Deschênes (incluant Parc) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.