River/Riparian birding habitat

Jordan River Parkway - 12600 S to Bangerter Hwy

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Jordan River Parkway - 12600 S to Bangerter Hwy is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Ring-necked Pheasant, Canada Goose, and Mallard 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

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

5/31/2026Jordan River Trail, Bluffdale, south of 146th2 observed

Bewick's Wren

Thryomanes bewickii

5/30/2026Yellow Fork Canyon -- Lower1 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

5/30/2026Inlet Park1 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

5/30/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond2 observed

Black Swift

Cypseloides niger

5/30/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond1 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

5/29/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

5/29/2026Middle Canyon1 observed

Band-tailed Pigeon

Patagioenas fasciata

5/29/2026LT's yard4 observed

Hammond's Flycatcher

Empidonax hammondii

5/29/2026Millcreek Canyon--Desolation Trail/Salt Lake Overlook2 observed

Tundra Swan

Cygnus columbianus

5/29/2026Millcreek Canyon8 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

5/28/2026North Lake park, Lehi1 observed

Common Nighthawk

Chordeiles minor

5/26/20262550 S 600 E, Salt Lake City US-UT 40.71514, -111.874362 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

5/26/20263005 S 2900 E, Millcreek US-UT 40.70622, -111.807563 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

5/26/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

65/31/2026

California Quail

35/31/2026

Mourning Dove

105/31/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

55/31/2026

Osprey

25/31/2026

Cooper's Hawk

15/31/2026

American Kestrel

15/31/2026

Western Kingbird

65/31/2026

Common Raven

25/31/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

15/31/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

45/31/2026

Barn Swallow

255/31/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

65/31/2026

American Robin

75/31/2026

Cedar Waxwing

25/31/2026

House Sparrow

75/31/2026

House Finch

35/31/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

35/31/2026

Song Sparrow

125/31/2026

Bullock's Oriole

145/31/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Jordan River Parkway - 12600 S to Bangerter Hwy for birding?
The best months to visit Jordan River Parkway - 12600 S to Bangerter Hwy for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Jordan River Parkway - 12600 S to Bangerter Hwy?
Notable species at Jordan River Parkway - 12600 S to Bangerter Hwy include Ring-necked Pheasant, Canada Goose, Mallard, Rock Pigeon, Northern Flicker. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Jordan River Parkway - 12600 S to Bangerter Hwy?
Birding at Jordan River Parkway - 12600 S to Bangerter Hwy is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Jordan River Parkway - 12600 S to Bangerter Hwy?
Jordan River Parkway - 12600 S to Bangerter Hwy offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.