Coastal birding habitat

Lincoln Beach - Boat Launch Area

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Lincoln Beach - Boat Launch Area is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Mallard, Green-winged Teal, and Common Goldeneye 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

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/28/2026Skipper Bay Trail1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

5/28/20262445 N Lake Rd, Genola US-UT 40.04108, -111.858561 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle)

Setophaga coronata

5/28/2026Skipper Bay Trail1 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

5/28/2026North Lake park, Lehi1 observed

Black Swift

Cypseloides niger

5/27/2026Bridal Veil Falls Overlook2 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

5/27/2026Powell Slough2 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

5/27/2026Powell Slough1 observed

Black Phoebe

Sayornis nigricans

5/27/2026Diamond Fork Canyon1 observed

Lewis's Woodpecker

Melanerpes lewis

5/27/2026Diamond Fork Canyon1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

5/26/2026Powell Slough2 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

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

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

5/26/2026Warm Springs WMA (Utah Co.)1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/25/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond2 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

5/25/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond1 observed

Western Sandpiper

Calidris mauri

5/25/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

45/16/2026

American Avocet

85/16/2026

Killdeer

65/16/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

35/16/2026

Franklin's Gull

155/16/2026

California Gull

25/16/2026

Clark's Grebe

15/16/2026

White-faced Ibis

45/16/2026

Snowy Egret

15/16/2026

Osprey

25/16/2026

Western Kingbird

15/16/2026

Barn Swallow

25/16/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

25/16/2026

Cinnamon Teal

15/16/2026

Western Grebe

15/16/2026

Gadwall

45/16/2026

Caspian Tern

25/16/2026

American White Pelican

75/16/2026

Cliff Swallow

25/16/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lincoln Beach - Boat Launch Area for birding?
The best months to visit Lincoln Beach - Boat Launch Area for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lincoln Beach - Boat Launch Area?
Notable species at Lincoln Beach - Boat Launch Area include Mallard, Green-winged Teal, Common Goldeneye, Ring-necked Pheasant, American Coot. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lincoln Beach - Boat Launch Area?
Birding at Lincoln Beach - Boat Launch Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lincoln Beach - Boat Launch Area?
Lincoln Beach - Boat Launch Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.