Coastal birding habitat

Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area - North Parking Lot

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
CoastalWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area - North Parking Lot is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and wetland habitat attracts Tundra Swan, Northern Shoveler, and Northern Pintail 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

Hammond's Flycatcher

Empidonax hammondii

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

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

5/30/2026Antelope Island SP--Causeway3 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

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

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

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

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

5/30/2026Antelope Island SP2 observed

American Herring x Glaucous-winged Gull (hybrid)

Larus smithsonianus x glaucescens

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

Western Gull

Larus occidentalis

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

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

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

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

5/29/2026Bird Refuge Rd.2 observed

American Herring Gull

Larus smithsonianus

5/29/2026Antelope Island SP--Causeway2 observed

Blue-winged x Cinnamon Teal (hybrid)

Spatula discors x cyanoptera

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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

55/25/2026

Mallard

25/25/2026

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

Killdeer

55/25/2026

Willet

35/25/2026

Franklin's Gull

15/25/2026

Ring-billed Gull

25/25/2026

California Gull

25/25/2026

Caspian Tern

15/25/2026

Forster's Tern

105/25/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

15/25/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/25/2026

Marsh Wren

25/25/2026

European Starling

15/25/2026

House Sparrow

15/25/2026

Song Sparrow

25/25/2026

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 - North Parking Lot for birding?
The best months to visit Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area - North Parking Lot for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area - North Parking Lot?
Notable species at Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area - North Parking Lot include Tundra Swan, Northern Shoveler, Northern Pintail, Virginia Rail, American Coot. The area supports coastal, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area - North Parking Lot?
Birding at Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area - North Parking Lot is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area - North Parking Lot?
Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area - North Parking Lot offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.