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 Nighthawk

Chordeiles acutipennis

4/14/2026Kayenta1 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

4/14/2026Tonaquint Nature Center1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/14/2026Lytle Ranch Preserve1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

4/13/2026Ivins Reservoir (Fire Lake Park)1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

4/11/2026Lytle Ranch Preserve1 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

4/11/2026Kayenta1 observed

Gila Woodpecker

Melanerpes uropygialis

4/10/2026Ivins Reservoir (Fire Lake Park)1 observed

Black-tailed Gnatcatcher

Polioptila melanura

4/10/2026Lytle Ranch Preserve2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/11/2026

Cinnamon Teal

24/11/2026

Mallard

34/11/2026

Eared Grebe

14/11/2026

Turkey Vulture

24/11/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

14/11/2026

Common Raven

14/11/2026

Tree Swallow

14/11/2026

Violet-green Swallow

204/11/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

194/11/2026

Bushtit

74/11/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

74/11/2026

House Finch

64/11/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

44/11/2026

Chipping Sparrow

184/11/2026

Black-throated Sparrow

54/11/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

14/11/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

44/11/2026

Lucy's Warbler

24/11/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

14/11/2026

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.