Lake birding habitat

Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Wigeon, 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

6/1/2026Jordan River Parkway--14600 S to Parry Farms Baseball Fields1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

5/31/2026Powell Slough1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

5/31/2026Powell Slough3 observed

Bewick's Wren

Thryomanes bewickii

5/31/2026Yellow Fork Canyon -- Lower1 observed

White-tailed Kite

Elanus leucurus

5/31/2026Butterfork Trail

American Three-toed Woodpecker

Picoides dorsalis

5/31/2026Alpine Loop Rd.2 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

5/30/2026Rock Canyon1 observed

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

5/30/2026Springvile West Industrial Park1 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

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/28/2026Skipper Bay Trail1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

California Quail

16/1/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

26/1/2026

Mourning Dove

36/1/2026

Franklin's Gull

206/1/2026

American White Pelican

26/1/2026

Barn Swallow

26/1/2026

European Starling

306/1/2026

American Robin

86/1/2026

House Sparrow

16/1/2026

House Finch

16/1/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

16/1/2026

American Goldfinch

16/1/2026

Song Sparrow

36/1/2026

Bullock's Oriole

16/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

26/1/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

26/1/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

26/1/2026

Black-headed Grosbeak

16/1/2026

Canada Goose

105/31/2026

Mallard

85/31/2026

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 Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond?
Notable species at Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond include Canada Goose, American Wigeon, Mallard, Green-winged Teal, California Quail. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond?
Birding at Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond?
Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.