RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser

Quebec · Canada

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Habitat

Boreal/TaigaForest

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Mourning Dove, White-breasted Nuthatch, and Canada Goose 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

Mourning Dove White-breasted Nuthatch Canada Goose Downy Woodpecker Hairy Woodpecker

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

6/17/2026Montée Biggar, Godmanchester1 observed

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

6/16/2026Glengarry Campground, South Glengarry CA-ON 45.15171, -74.461331 observed

Brewster's Warbler (hybrid)

Vermivora chrysoptera x cyanoptera (F1 hybrid)

6/16/2026Montée Biggar, Godmanchester1 observed

Golden-winged Warbler

Vermivora chrysoptera

6/16/2026Montée Biggar, Godmanchester1 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

6/15/2026north of # 45381 observed

American Robin (migratorius Group)

Turdus migratorius

6/12/2026Montée Biggar, Godmanchester2 observed

Barn Swallow (American)

Hirundo rustica

6/12/2026Montée Biggar, Godmanchester5 observed

Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

6/9/20262031 Montée Gordon, Saint-Anicet, Québec, CA (45,065, -74,435)1 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

6/9/2026Godmanchester 52211 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

6/8/2026Bellmont Center1 observed

Parasitic Jaeger

Stercorarius parasiticus

6/7/2026Cornwall--Guindon Park (boat launch)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

36/9/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/9/2026

Turkey Vulture

26/9/2026

Downy Woodpecker

16/9/2026

Alder Flycatcher

66/9/2026

Willow Flycatcher

16/9/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/9/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

26/9/2026

American Crow

16/9/2026

Tree Swallow

46/9/2026

Marsh Wren

16/9/2026

Gray Catbird

16/9/2026

Veery

36/9/2026

American Robin

36/9/2026

Cedar Waxwing

46/9/2026

Song Sparrow

86/9/2026

Swamp Sparrow

76/9/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

136/9/2026

Common Yellowthroat

26/9/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

46/9/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.
2
Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.
3
Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser for birding?▼

The best months to visit RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser?▼

Notable species at RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser include Mourning Dove, White-breasted Nuthatch, Canada Goose, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser?▼

Birding at RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser?▼

RNF du Lac-St-François - Secteur du Marais-Fraser offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.