Coastal birding habitat

Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
CoastalWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and wetland habitat attracts Ring-necked Pheasant, Eurasian Collared-Dove, 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

Western Gull

Larus occidentalis

5/31/2026Antelope Island SP--Causeway1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

5/31/2026Antelope Island SP--Causeway2 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

5/31/2026Antelope Island SP--Causeway2 observed

Hammond's Flycatcher

Empidonax hammondii

5/30/2026Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ogden US-UT 41.22431, -111.867291 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

5/30/2026Antelope Island SP--Garr Ranch1 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

5/30/2026Antelope Island SP--Causeway2 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

5/30/2026Antelope Island SP--Causeway1 observed

American Herring x Glaucous-winged Gull (hybrid)

Larus smithsonianus x glaucescens

5/29/2026Antelope Island SP--Causeway1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

5/29/2026Antelope Island SP--Causeway1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

5/29/2026Antelope Island SP--Garr Ranch1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Barn Swallow

35/31/2026

House Sparrow

25/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

35/31/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

15/31/2026

Mallard

55/30/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

35/27/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

15/27/2026

Ring-billed Gull

25/27/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/27/2026

American Crow

25/27/2026

European Starling

45/27/2026

Cedar Waxwing

85/27/2026

House Finch

55/27/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

185/27/2026

Canada Goose

55/25/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

15/25/2026

Mourning Dove

15/25/2026

Sandhill Crane

35/25/2026

Black-necked Stilt

35/25/2026

American Avocet

55/25/2026

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 Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area include Ring-necked Pheasant, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Red-tailed Hawk, American Kestrel, Black-billed Magpie. The area supports coastal, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area?
Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.