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

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

8/19/2026Cornwall--Guindon Park (boat launch)1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

8/19/2026Cornwall--Guindon Park (boat launch)1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

8/15/2026Richmond Drive Marsh, On1 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

8/13/2026Cooper Marsh CA (Marais de Cooper)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ruffed Grouse

18/14/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

18/14/2026

Common Gallinule

18/14/2026

Green Heron

28/14/2026

Osprey

18/14/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

18/14/2026

Downy Woodpecker

18/14/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

28/14/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

18/14/2026

Northern Flicker

18/14/2026

American Kestrel

18/14/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

18/14/2026

Least Flycatcher

18/14/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

18/14/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

18/14/2026

Blue-headed Vireo

18/14/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

18/14/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

48/14/2026

Blue Jay

18/14/2026

American Crow

38/14/2026

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.