Utah Lake Parkway Trail (North Shore)

Utah · Rocky Mountains

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Habitat

CoastalLake

Best Seasons

Summer Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Utah Lake Parkway Trail (North Shore) is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 253 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Redhead 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

Canada Goose Mallard Redhead Common Merganser Ring-billed Gull

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

7/21/2026Bunell’s Fork trail1 observed

Black Swift

Cypseloides niger

7/20/2026Stewart Falls4 observed

Bewick's Wren

Thryomanes bewickii

7/19/2026Yellow Fork Canyon -- Lower1 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

7/18/2026Stewart Falls1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

7/17/2026Provo River Delta2 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

7/17/2026Cottonwood springs3 observed

Pacific Wren

Troglodytes pacificus

7/15/2026Rock Canyon Trail, Provo, Utah, US (40.266, -111.621)1 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

7/14/2026Mt. Timpanogos--Timpooneke Trail1 observed

Green Heron

Butorides virescens

7/13/2026Jordan River Parkway--Thanksgiving Point TH1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

97/21/2026

California Quail

27/21/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

17/21/2026

Mourning Dove

37/21/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

37/21/2026

Rufous Hummingbird

17/21/2026

Killdeer

47/21/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

37/21/2026

Franklin's Gull

47/21/2026

California Gull

27/21/2026

Caspian Tern

37/21/2026

Clark's Grebe

17/21/2026

White-faced Ibis

607/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/21/2026

American White Pelican

497/21/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

27/21/2026

Downy Woodpecker

27/21/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

37/21/2026

Say's Phoebe

17/21/2026

Western Kingbird

157/21/2026

Birding Tips

1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
3
Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Utah Lake Parkway Trail (North Shore) for birding?▼

The best months to visit Utah Lake Parkway Trail (North Shore) for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Utah Lake Parkway Trail (North Shore)?▼

Notable species at Utah Lake Parkway Trail (North Shore) include Canada Goose, Mallard, Redhead, Common Merganser, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Utah Lake Parkway Trail (North Shore)?▼

Birding at Utah Lake Parkway Trail (North Shore) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Utah Lake Parkway Trail (North Shore)?▼

Utah Lake Parkway Trail (North Shore) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.