Lake birding habitat

East Canyon State Park - Reservoir

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
LakeCanyon
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

East Canyon State Park - Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This lake and canyon habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Bufflehead 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 Merganser

Mergus merganser

7/20/2026Bird Trail1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

7/19/2026Big Cottonwood Canyon--Beartrap Fork to Desolation Lake2 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

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

Great-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus mexicanus

7/18/2026Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter3 observed

Chukar

Alectoris chukar

7/18/2026Henefer-Echo WMA (incl. Old Hwy 30)1 observed

Band-tailed Pigeon

Patagioenas fasciata

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

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

7/17/2026Henefer-Echo WMA (incl. Old Hwy 30)1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

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

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

7/16/2026Echo Reservoir2 observed

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

7/16/2026Farmington Lakes1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

7/16/2026Farmington Lakes2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

207/18/2026

Gadwall

97/18/2026

Mallard

57/18/2026

Killdeer

97/18/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

17/18/2026

California Gull

17/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/18/2026

American White Pelican

17/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

37/18/2026

Swainson's Hawk

17/18/2026

American Kestrel

17/18/2026

Black-billed Magpie

37/18/2026

American Crow

27/18/2026

Tree Swallow

37/18/2026

Barn Swallow

27/18/2026

Cliff Swallow

237/18/2026

American Goldfinch

17/18/2026

Song Sparrow

17/18/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

17/13/2026

Common Nighthawk

47/13/2026

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 East Canyon State Park - Reservoir for birding?
The best months to visit East Canyon State Park - Reservoir for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at East Canyon State Park - Reservoir?
Notable species at East Canyon State Park - Reservoir include Canada Goose, Mallard, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Barrow's Goldeneye. The area supports lake, canyon habitats.
How difficult is birding at East Canyon State Park - Reservoir?
Birding at East Canyon State Park - Reservoir is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at East Canyon State Park - Reservoir?
East Canyon State Park - Reservoir offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.