Lake birding habitat

Gunlock Reservoir & State Park

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Gunlock Reservoir & State Park is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Redhead 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

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

5/25/2026Ivins Reservoir (Fire Lake Park)3 observed

American Goldfinch

Spinus tristis

5/24/2026Ivins Reservoir (Fire Lake Park)1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

5/23/2026Green Springs Golf Course1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

5/22/2026Tonaquint Nature Center1 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

5/21/2026Canyon View Dr, St. GeorgeUT1 observed

Black-tailed Gnatcatcher

Polioptila melanura

5/19/2026Jackson Well Road, Utah, US (37.22, -113.968)1 observed

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

5/18/2026Hell Hole Pass Rd (aka Beaver Dam Mtn Rd)1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

5/16/2026Lytle Ranch Preserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

5/27/2026

Gambel's Quail

5/27/2026

Wild Turkey

5/27/2026

Rock Pigeon

5/27/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

5/27/2026

Mourning Dove

5/27/2026

White-throated Swift

5/27/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

5/27/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

5/27/2026

Costa's Hummingbird

5/27/2026

American Coot

5/27/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

5/27/2026

Western Grebe

5/27/2026

Turkey Vulture

5/27/2026

Cooper's Hawk

5/27/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

5/27/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

5/27/2026

Black Phoebe

5/27/2026

Say's Phoebe

5/27/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

5/27/2026

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