Mountain birding habitat

Provo Airport Dike

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
MountainForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Provo Airport Dike is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 258 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Cinnamon Teal, and Northern Shoveler 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

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/28/2026Skipper Bay Trail1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

5/28/20262445 N Lake Rd, Genola US-UT 40.04108, -111.858561 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle)

Setophaga coronata

5/28/2026Skipper Bay Trail1 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

5/28/2026North Lake park, Lehi1 observed

Black Swift

Cypseloides niger

5/27/2026Bridal Veil Falls Overlook2 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

5/27/2026Powell Slough2 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

5/27/2026Powell Slough1 observed

Pygmy Nuthatch

Sitta pygmaea

5/27/20263009 E Black Forest Rd, Sundance US-UT 40.38574, -111.58799

Black Phoebe

Sayornis nigricans

5/27/2026Diamond Fork Canyon1 observed

Lewis's Woodpecker

Melanerpes lewis

5/27/2026Diamond Fork Canyon1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

5/26/2026Powell Slough2 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

5/26/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/25/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond2 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

5/25/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond1 observed

Western Sandpiper

Calidris mauri

5/25/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cinnamon Teal

45/28/2026

Mallard

45/28/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

25/28/2026

Mourning Dove

25/28/2026

American Coot

45/28/2026

Killdeer

25/28/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/28/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

15/28/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/28/2026

White-faced Ibis

605/28/2026

Snowy Egret

15/28/2026

American White Pelican

285/28/2026

Say's Phoebe

15/28/2026

Western Kingbird

15/28/2026

Tree Swallow

25/28/2026

Barn Swallow

45/28/2026

Cliff Swallow

305/28/2026

House Finch

65/28/2026

Song Sparrow

25/28/2026

Yellow-headed Blackbird

125/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.

  2. 2

    Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.

  3. 3

    Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Provo Airport Dike for birding?
The best months to visit Provo Airport Dike for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Provo Airport Dike?
Notable species at Provo Airport Dike include Canada Goose, Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports mountain, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Provo Airport Dike?
Birding at Provo Airport Dike is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Provo Airport Dike?
Provo Airport Dike offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.