Wetland birding habitat

Willard Spur Wildlife Management Area

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Willard Spur Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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 Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

5/27/2026South Ogden Nature Park1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

5/27/2026Willard Bay SP3 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

5/26/2026Willard Bay--North Spur1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

5/25/2026Ogden Bay WMA--North Parking Lot (7500 W)1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/23/2026Bird Refuge Rd.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cinnamon Teal

45/22/2026

American Coot

1005/22/2026

Black-necked Stilt

205/22/2026

American Avocet

505/22/2026

Franklin's Gull

25/22/2026

Forster's Tern

305/22/2026

Eared Grebe

15/22/2026

Clark's Grebe

105/22/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/22/2026

White-faced Ibis

25/22/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

25/22/2026

Snowy Egret

55/22/2026

Great Egret

25/22/2026

Great Blue Heron

205/22/2026

American White Pelican

1005/22/2026

Yellow-headed Blackbird

105/22/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

15/22/2026

Northern Shoveler

205/22/2026

Mallard

505/22/2026

Ruddy Duck

505/22/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Willard Spur Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Willard Spur Wildlife Management Area for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Willard Spur Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Willard Spur Wildlife Management Area include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Willard Spur Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Willard Spur Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Willard Spur Wildlife Management Area?
Willard Spur Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.