Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
CoastalWetland
Best Seasons
SummerFall
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

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

3/6/2026Antelope Island SP--Causeway1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

3/6/2026Antelope Island SP--Causeway1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

3/5/2026Antelope Island SP--Causeway1 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

3/5/20264528 West 1700 South, Syracuse, Utah, US (41.056, -112.237)1 observed

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted x Red-shafted)

Colaptes auratus

3/4/2026Backyard1 observed

Clark's Grebe

Aechmophorus clarkii

3/4/2026Willard Reservoir1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/3/2026Jensen Nature Park1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/3/2026Home1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle)

Setophaga coronata

3/2/2026Backyard2 observed

Western Grebe

Aechmophorus occidentalis

3/1/202684307, Corinne US-UT 41.43345, -112.295991 observed

Brown-headed Cowbird

Molothrus ater

3/1/2026Antelope Island SP--Causeway1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ring-necked Pheasant

13/1/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

13/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/1/2026

American Kestrel

23/1/2026

Black-billed Magpie

13/1/2026

House Sparrow

13/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

13/1/2026

Canada Goose

63/1/2026

Tundra Swan

403/1/2026

Gadwall

203/1/2026

American Wigeon

83/1/2026

Mallard

43/1/2026

Northern Pintail

63/1/2026

Common Merganser

73/1/2026

Mourning Dove

13/1/2026

American Coot

253/1/2026

Sandhill Crane

23/1/2026

Killdeer

23/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

43/1/2026

California Gull

33/1/2026

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.