Lake birding habitat

Little Dell Reservoir

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Little Dell Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Common Goldeneye, and Red-tailed Hawk 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

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

7/19/2026Big Cottonwood Canyon--Beartrap Fork to Desolation Lake2 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

7/19/2026Auto selected 40.63522, -111.635982 observed

White-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta carolinensis

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

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

7/18/2026Salt Lake International Center2 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

7/18/2026East Canyon SP--Reservoir1 observed

Great-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus mexicanus

7/18/2026Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter3 observed

Band-tailed Pigeon

Patagioenas fasciata

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

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

7/17/2026Bountiful Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cliff Swallow

17/18/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

17/18/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

87/18/2026

Clark's Grebe

27/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/18/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/18/2026

Mountain Chickadee

27/18/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

27/18/2026

House Finch

47/18/2026

American Goldfinch

27/18/2026

Chipping Sparrow

37/18/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

27/18/2026

Western Tanager

17/18/2026

Canada Goose

77/8/2026

Western Grebe

17/8/2026

White-faced Ibis

17/8/2026

Green-tailed Towhee

17/8/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/7/2026

Northern Flicker

17/7/2026

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 Little Dell Reservoir for birding?
The best months to visit Little Dell Reservoir for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Little Dell Reservoir?
Notable species at Little Dell Reservoir include Canada Goose, Common Goldeneye, Red-tailed Hawk, Northern Flicker, Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Little Dell Reservoir?
Birding at Little Dell Reservoir is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Little Dell Reservoir?
Little Dell Reservoir offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.