Lake birding habitat

Quail Creek Reservoir & State Park

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
LakeRiver/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Quail Creek Reservoir & State Park is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 249 species recorded on eBird. This lake and river/riparian habitat attracts Common Goldeneye, American Coot, and Ring-billed Gull 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

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

7/18/2026Stratton Pond (AKA Grandpa's Pond)3 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

7/18/2026Stratton Pond (AKA Grandpa's Pond)1 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

7/15/2026Hurricane Fields2 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

7/15/2026Sand Hollow Reservoir & SP2 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

7/12/2026Grandpa's Pond Park, Hurricane US-UT 37.17654, -113.375901 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

7/10/2026Sand Hollow State Park, Hurricane US-UT 37.11912, -113.3835912 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

7/9/2026Sand Hollow Reservoir & SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eurasian Collared-Dove

47/21/2026

Mourning Dove

17/21/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

57/21/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

17/21/2026

Western Kingbird

27/21/2026

Verdin

27/21/2026

Rock Wren

17/21/2026

European Starling

407/21/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/21/2026

House Sparrow

97/21/2026

House Finch

87/21/2026

Canada Goose

227/18/2026

Killdeer

57/18/2026

Clark's Grebe

67/18/2026

Common Loon

37/18/2026

White-faced Ibis

17/18/2026

Common Raven

27/18/2026

Song Sparrow

37/18/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

27/18/2026

Cinnamon Teal

257/18/2026

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 Quail Creek Reservoir & State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Quail Creek Reservoir & State Park for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Quail Creek Reservoir & State Park?
Notable species at Quail Creek Reservoir & State Park include Common Goldeneye, American Coot, Ring-billed Gull, California Gull, Horned Grebe. The area supports lake, river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Quail Creek Reservoir & State Park?
Birding at Quail Creek Reservoir & State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Quail Creek Reservoir & State Park?
Quail Creek Reservoir & State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.