Lake birding habitat

Sand Hollow Reservoir & State Park

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Sand Hollow Reservoir & State Park is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 258 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and American Wigeon 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

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

4/15/2026Stratton Pond (AKA Grandpa's Pond)1 observed

Lesser Nighthawk

Chordeiles acutipennis

4/14/2026Kayenta1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

4/14/2026Stratton Pond (AKA Grandpa's Pond)1 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

4/14/2026Tonaquint Nature Center1 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

4/14/2026Sand Hollow Reservoir & SP1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

4/10/2026Sand Hollow Reservoir & SP1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

4/10/2026Sand Hollow Reservoir & SP1 observed

Zone-tailed Hawk

Buteo albonotatus

4/9/2026Tonaquint Nature Center1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Lesser Scaup

44/15/2026

American Coot

1084/15/2026

American Avocet

184/15/2026

Long-billed Curlew

14/15/2026

Willet

114/15/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

24/15/2026

House Sparrow

24/15/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

54/15/2026

Cinnamon Teal

34/14/2026

Mallard

14/14/2026

Redhead

144/14/2026

Gambel's Quail

44/14/2026

Franklin's Gull

14/14/2026

Ring-billed Gull

264/14/2026

California Gull

84/14/2026

Eared Grebe

214/14/2026

Clark's Grebe

34/14/2026

Common Loon

54/14/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

54/14/2026

Violet-green Swallow

484/14/2026

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 Sand Hollow Reservoir & State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Sand Hollow Reservoir & State Park for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sand Hollow Reservoir & State Park?
Notable species at Sand Hollow Reservoir & State Park include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon, Mallard, Northern Pintail. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sand Hollow Reservoir & State Park?
Birding at Sand Hollow 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 Sand Hollow Reservoir & State Park?
Sand Hollow Reservoir & State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.