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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

7/21/2026Lavender Wood1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

7/20/2026Bird Trail1 observed

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

7/18/2026Salt Lake International Center2 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

7/18/2026East Canyon SP--Reservoir1 observed

Northern Shrike

Lanius borealis

7/18/2026Ranch1 observed

Band-tailed Pigeon

Patagioenas fasciata

7/18/20263976 Parkview Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah, US (40.685, -111.784)1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

7/17/2026Big Rock Campground, Morgan, Utah, US (40.883, -111.581)1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

7/16/2026Farmington Lakes2 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

7/16/2026Farmington Lakes1 observed

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

7/15/2026Farmington Lakes1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

207/17/2026

Common Merganser

17/17/2026

Western Grebe

37/17/2026

Barn Swallow

37/17/2026

House Sparrow

57/17/2026

House Finch

17/17/2026

Song Sparrow

17/17/2026

Brewer's Blackbird

27/17/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

207/17/2026

Rock Pigeon

47/17/2026

Mourning Dove

47/17/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

37/17/2026

Killdeer

27/17/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/17/2026

Franklin's Gull

37/17/2026

California Gull

67/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/17/2026

White-faced Ibis

57/17/2026

Snowy Egret

17/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

37/17/2026

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.