Lake birding habitat

Mantua Reservoir

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Mantua Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Redhead, American Coot, 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

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

Selasphorus platycercus

4/15/2026US-Utah-Brigham City-574 Cherry Dr - 41.522x-112.005 - Jan 12, 2016 21:471 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

4/15/2026Home 24 West 1550 South, Wellsville, Utah, US (41.608, -111.931)1 observed

Red-naped Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus nuchalis

4/14/2026Durfee Creek Estates1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

4/14/2026Durfee Creek Estates1 observed

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

4/13/2026Highline, Logan US-UT 41.74505, -111.783561 observed

Sora

Porzana carolina

4/12/2026Watertrough Rd Pond

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/11/2026W 8700 S, Paradise US-UT 41.57477, -111.859541 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

4/11/20262218–2482 W Forest St, Brigham City US-UT 41.50985, -112.074211 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

4/11/20262218–2482 W Forest St, Brigham City US-UT 41.50985, -112.074211 observed

Loggerhead Shrike

Lanius ludovicianus

4/10/2026Meridian Rd.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Lesser Scaup

104/14/2026

Bufflehead

14/14/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

54/14/2026

American Coot

3004/14/2026

California Gull

14/14/2026

American White Pelican

114/14/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/14/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/14/2026

Northern Flicker

14/14/2026

Black-billed Magpie

14/14/2026

European Starling

204/14/2026

American Robin

24/14/2026

House Finch

14/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

304/14/2026

Canada Goose

64/9/2026

Gadwall

24/9/2026

Mallard

84/9/2026

Redhead

14/9/2026

Ring-necked Duck

94/9/2026

Greater Scaup

14/9/2026

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 Mantua Reservoir for birding?
The best months to visit Mantua Reservoir for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Mantua Reservoir?
Notable species at Mantua Reservoir include Redhead, American Coot, Common Goldeneye, Sandhill Crane, Bald Eagle. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mantua Reservoir?
Birding at Mantua Reservoir is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Mantua Reservoir?
Mantua Reservoir offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.