Jordan River Parkway - 12600 S to Bangerter Hwy

Utah · Rocky Mountains

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Habitat

River/Riparian

Best Seasons

Summer Fall

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

Ring-necked Pheasant Canada Goose Mallard Rock Pigeon Northern Flicker

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black Rosy-Finch

Leucosticte atrata

7/20/2026Sugarloaf Mountain5 observed

Black Swift

Cypseloides niger

7/20/2026Stewart Falls4 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

7/20/2026Big Cottonwood Canyon--Lake Blanche/Mill B South Hike1 observed

White-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta carolinensis

7/19/2026Big Cottonwood Canyon--Lake Mary Trail1 observed

Bewick's Wren

Thryomanes bewickii

7/19/2026Yellow Fork Canyon -- Lower1 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

7/18/2026Stewart Falls1 observed

Band-tailed Pigeon

Patagioenas fasciata

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

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

7/17/2026Cottonwood springs3 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

7/17/2026Big Cottonwood Canyon--Redman CG, Utah, US1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

97/20/2026

Mallard

67/20/2026

California Quail

57/20/2026

Rock Pigeon

37/20/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

47/20/2026

Mourning Dove

417/20/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

67/20/2026

Caspian Tern

17/20/2026

White-faced Ibis

77/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/20/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

17/20/2026

Northern Harrier

17/20/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/20/2026

American Kestrel

37/20/2026

Peregrine Falcon

17/20/2026

Western Kingbird

137/20/2026

Black-billed Magpie

17/20/2026

Common Raven

17/20/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

117/20/2026

Tree Swallow

57/20/2026

Birding Tips

1
Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.
2
Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.
3
Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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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.