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

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

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

7/7/2026Tonaquint Nature Center1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

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

Gambel's Quail

17/18/2026

Mourning Dove

17/18/2026

American Coot

357/18/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

47/18/2026

Least Sandpiper

17/18/2026

Western Sandpiper

57/18/2026

Eared Grebe

17/18/2026

Western Grebe

227/18/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

17/18/2026

Verdin

17/18/2026

European Starling

27/18/2026

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 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.