Mountain birding habitat

Tonaquint Nature Center

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
MountainForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Tonaquint Nature Center is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 245 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest habitat attracts Swan Goose, Canada Goose, and Wood Duck 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

7/21/2026Stratton Pond (AKA Grandpa's Pond)3 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

7/21/2026Stratton 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

Wood Duck

17/19/2026

Mallard

307/19/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

37/19/2026

Mourning Dove

37/19/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

17/19/2026

Killdeer

17/19/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/19/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/19/2026

Black Phoebe

27/19/2026

Verdin

37/19/2026

Abert's Towhee

37/19/2026

Greater Roadrunner

7/19/2026

Cooper's Hawk

7/19/2026

Northern Flicker

7/19/2026

Western Kingbird

7/19/2026

Bewick's Wren

7/19/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

7/19/2026

Summer Tanager

7/19/2026

Western Tanager

7/19/2026

Blue Grosbeak

7/19/2026

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 Tonaquint Nature Center for birding?
The best months to visit Tonaquint Nature Center for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tonaquint Nature Center?
Notable species at Tonaquint Nature Center include Swan Goose, Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports mountain, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tonaquint Nature Center?
Birding at Tonaquint Nature Center is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Tonaquint Nature Center?
Tonaquint Nature Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.