Lake birding habitat

Bountiful Pond

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Bountiful Pond is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 236 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Common Goldeneye among many others. Elevation changes create diverse habitats, from riparian valleys to alpine meadows, supporting a wide range of species.

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

Common Loon

Gavia immer

5/28/2026Little Dell Reservoir2 observed

Black-throated Gray Warbler

Setophaga nigrescens

5/28/2026Farmington Canyon--Lower1 observed

Tundra Swan

Cygnus columbianus

5/28/2026Burch Hollow to Church Fork (via Pipeline Trail)3 observed

Canvasback

Aythya valisineria

5/28/2026Glover Lane & GSL Nature Center2 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

5/27/2026South Ogden Nature Park1 observed

Band-tailed Pigeon

Patagioenas fasciata

5/27/2026LT's yard3 observed

Pacific Wren

Troglodytes pacificus

5/27/2026E 1800 South Trail, Bountiful US-UT 40.85662, -111.787423 observed

Common Nighthawk

Chordeiles minor

5/26/2026Mountain Dell Canyon 1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

5/26/20263005 S 2900 E, Millcreek US-UT 40.70622, -111.807563 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

5/26/2026GSL Shoreline Preserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

75/28/2026

Cinnamon Teal

35/28/2026

Gadwall

25/28/2026

Mallard

75/28/2026

Killdeer

35/28/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/28/2026

California Gull

25/28/2026

Forster's Tern

15/28/2026

Western Grebe

15/28/2026

Clark's Grebe

25/28/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

35/28/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

15/28/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/28/2026

Barn Swallow

45/28/2026

Cliff Swallow

15/28/2026

European Starling

55/28/2026

American Robin

25/28/2026

Song Sparrow

25/28/2026

Bullock's Oriole

15/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

35/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bountiful Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Bountiful Pond for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Bountiful Pond?
Notable species at Bountiful Pond include Canada Goose, Mallard, Common Goldeneye, Rock Pigeon, American Coot. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bountiful Pond?
Birding at Bountiful Pond is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Bountiful Pond?
Bountiful Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.