Mountain birding habitat

Grafton

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
MountainForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Grafton is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest habitat attracts Gambel's Quail, Eurasian Collared-Dove, and White-winged Dove 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

Cassin's Vireo

Vireo cassinii

5/28/2026Zion NP--Grotto Picnic Area1 observed

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

5/28/2026Stratton Pond (AKA Grandpa's Pond)1 observed

Zone-tailed Hawk

Buteo albonotatus

5/25/2026Kolob Rd.--Blue Springs Reservoir1 observed

Acorn Woodpecker

Melanerpes formicivorus

5/25/2026Upper Hop Valley Trailhead1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

5/22/2026Stratton Pond (AKA Grandpa's Pond)2 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

5/22/2026Stratton Pond (AKA Grandpa's Pond)1 observed

Gray-crowned Rosy-Finch

Leucosticte tephrocotis

5/22/2026feeder2 observed

Hammond's Flycatcher

Empidonax hammondii

5/22/2026Zion NP--Lava Point (NO Blue Springs Reservoir birds)1 observed

Williamson's Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus thyroideus

5/22/2026Zion NP--Lava Point (NO Blue Springs Reservoir birds)1 observed

Laughing Gull

Leucophaeus atricilla

5/22/2026Sand Hollow Reservoir & SP1 observed

Turkey Vulture (Northern)

Cathartes aura

5/21/2026Zion Museum1 observed

Sabine's Gull

Xema sabini

5/20/2026Sand hollow - Desert Pearl Island1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

5/20/2026Red Cliffs Recreation Area & Campground1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

35/27/2026

White-winged Dove

35/27/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/27/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/27/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/27/2026

Northern Flicker

25/27/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

15/27/2026

Cassin's Kingbird

25/27/2026

Western Kingbird

25/27/2026

Violet-green Swallow

55/27/2026

Western Bluebird

15/27/2026

American Robin

35/27/2026

Cedar Waxwing

85/27/2026

Phainopepla

15/27/2026

House Finch

35/27/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

25/27/2026

Chipping Sparrow

15/27/2026

Spotted Towhee

15/27/2026

Yellow-breasted Chat

15/27/2026

Bullock's Oriole

25/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.

  2. 2

    Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Grafton for birding?
The best months to visit Grafton for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Grafton?
Notable species at Grafton include Gambel's Quail, Eurasian Collared-Dove, White-winged Dove, Great Blue Heron, Ladder-backed Woodpecker. The area supports mountain, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Grafton?
Birding at Grafton is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Grafton?
Grafton offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.