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

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

6/17/2026734 Bayview Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, CA (45.509, -76.1)1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

6/17/20264000 Innovation Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, CA (45.343, -75.929)1 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

6/17/2026Ottawa--Sheila McKee Park1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

6/17/2026Pioneer Plains Park1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

6/17/2026Ottawa--Shirley's Bay* general (use more precise loc.)1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

6/16/2026Borrisokane at Barnsdale (woodlot next to small lake)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

66/17/2026

Ring-billed Gull

156/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

146/17/2026

Great Egret

16/17/2026

Turkey Vulture

16/17/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/17/2026

Eastern Phoebe

26/17/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

16/17/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

26/17/2026

American Crow

16/17/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

26/17/2026

European Starling

46/17/2026

Cedar Waxwing

26/17/2026

Song Sparrow

36/17/2026

Swamp Sparrow

16/17/2026

Baltimore Oriole

16/17/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

96/17/2026

American Redstart

36/17/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

46/17/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/17/2026

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.