Coastal birding habitat

Utah Lake Parkway Trail (North Shore)

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
CoastalLake
Best Seasons
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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/28/2026Skipper Bay Trail1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle)

Setophaga coronata

5/28/2026Skipper Bay Trail1 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

5/28/2026North Lake park, Lehi1 observed

Black Swift

Cypseloides niger

5/27/2026Bridal Veil Falls Overlook2 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

5/27/2026Powell Slough2 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

5/27/2026Powell Slough1 observed

Pygmy Nuthatch

Sitta pygmaea

5/27/20263009 E Black Forest Rd, Sundance US-UT 40.38574, -111.58799

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

5/26/2026Powell Slough2 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

5/26/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/25/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond2 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

5/25/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond1 observed

Western Sandpiper

Calidris mauri

5/25/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

65/27/2026

California Quail

35/27/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

15/27/2026

Rock Pigeon

25/27/2026

Mourning Dove

45/27/2026

Common Nighthawk

15/27/2026

Sandhill Crane

15/27/2026

Killdeer

25/27/2026

Caspian Tern

35/27/2026

Forster's Tern

25/27/2026

White-faced Ibis

45/27/2026

Turkey Vulture

65/27/2026

Swainson's Hawk

15/27/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

25/27/2026

Western Kingbird

25/27/2026

Western Warbling Vireo

15/27/2026

Bank Swallow

25/27/2026

American Robin

65/27/2026

House Sparrow

35/27/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

15/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

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.