Lake birding habitat

Salt Lake International Center

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Salt Lake International Center is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Canvasback 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

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

7/20/2026Bird Trail1 observed

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

7/18/2026Salt Lake International Center2 observed

Northern Shrike

Lanius borealis

7/18/2026Ranch1 observed

Band-tailed Pigeon

Patagioenas fasciata

7/18/20263976 Parkview Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah, US (40.685, -111.784)1 observed

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

7/16/2026Farmington Lakes1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

7/16/2026Farmington Lakes2 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

7/16/2026Farmington Lakes1 observed

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

7/15/2026Farmington Lakes1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

7/15/2026Liberty Park1 observed

Hammond's Flycatcher

Empidonax hammondii

7/13/2026Holbrook Canyon3 observed

American Three-toed Woodpecker

Picoides dorsalis

7/13/2026Holbrook Canyon1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gadwall

17/18/2026

Mallard

107/18/2026

Rock Pigeon

37/18/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

27/18/2026

Mourning Dove

37/18/2026

American Coot

17/18/2026

Killdeer

757/18/2026

Western Sandpiper

17/18/2026

Ring-billed Gull

207/18/2026

California Gull

57/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/18/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

17/18/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

27/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/18/2026

Northern Harrier

17/18/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

37/18/2026

American Kestrel

27/18/2026

Western Kingbird

87/18/2026

Black-billed Magpie

57/18/2026

Common Raven

17/18/2026

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 Salt Lake International Center for birding?
The best months to visit Salt Lake International Center for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Salt Lake International Center?
Notable species at Salt Lake International Center include Canada Goose, Mallard, Canvasback, Ring-necked Duck, Hooded Merganser. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Salt Lake International Center?
Birding at Salt Lake International Center is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Salt Lake International Center?
Salt Lake International Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.