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RN du Marais Léon-Provancher

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, dawn to dusk

About This Location

RN du Marais Léon-Provancher is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 262 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Ruffed Grouse, Black-capped Chickadee, and Northern Cardinal 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

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

6/17/2026Pointe de Maizerets1 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

6/17/2026Pointe de Maizerets1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

6/16/2026Etang de rétention Jean-Gauvin1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

76/17/2026

Green-winged Teal

16/17/2026

Mourning Dove

16/17/2026

Common Gallinule

16/17/2026

Green Heron

16/17/2026

Bald Eagle

16/17/2026

Downy Woodpecker

36/17/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

26/17/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

16/17/2026

Northern Flicker

16/17/2026

Least Flycatcher

16/17/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/17/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

26/17/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

36/17/2026

American Crow

16/17/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

36/17/2026

Tree Swallow

66/17/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

26/17/2026

Gray Catbird

16/17/2026

Veery

26/17/2026

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 RN du Marais Léon-Provancher for birding?
The best months to visit RN du Marais Léon-Provancher for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at RN du Marais Léon-Provancher?
Notable species at RN du Marais Léon-Provancher include Ruffed Grouse, Black-capped Chickadee, Northern Cardinal, Mourning Dove, Blue Jay, Snowy Owl, Common Raven, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, White-breasted Nuthatch, American Robin, Pine Grosbeak. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at RN du Marais Léon-Provancher?
Birding at RN du Marais Léon-Provancher is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at RN du Marais Léon-Provancher?
There is no entrance fee at RN du Marais Léon-Provancher. Hours: Open daily, dawn to dusk.
What amenities are available at RN du Marais Léon-Provancher?
RN du Marais Léon-Provancher offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.