Mountain birding habitat

Fontenelle Migrant Trap (Tailrace CG, Dam, and Cottonwoods on West Bank)

Wyoming · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
MountainForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Fontenelle Migrant Trap (Tailrace CG, Dam, and Cottonwoods on West Bank) is a productive birding destination in Wyoming, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and forest 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

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

5/24/202682485 US-189, La Barge US-WY (42.2176,-110.1902)1 observed

Glossy x White-faced Ibis (hybrid)

Plegadis falcinellus x chihi

5/24/202682485 US-189, La Barge US-WY (42.2176,-110.1902)1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

5/24/2026Fontenelle Reservoir1 observed

American Herring Gull

Larus smithsonianus

5/24/2026Fontenelle Reservoir1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

5/24/2026Fontenelle Reservoir1 observed

Black-bellied Plover

Pluvialis squatarola

5/24/2026Fontenelle Reservoir1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/24/2026Fontenelle Migrant Trap (Tailrace CG, Dam, and Cottonwoods on West Bank)1 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

5/24/2026Fontenelle Migrant Trap (Tailrace CG, Dam, and Cottonwoods on West Bank)1 observed

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

5/24/2026U.S. 189, Kemmerer, Wyoming, US (42.087, -110.156)1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

5/24/2026Names Hill Campground1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

5/23/2026Fontenelle Migrant Trap (Tailrace CG, Dam, and Cottonwoods on West Bank)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

25/24/2026

Cinnamon Teal

15/24/2026

Mallard

25/24/2026

Common Merganser

25/24/2026

Mourning Dove

125/24/2026

Killdeer

25/24/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/24/2026

Ring-billed Gull

25/24/2026

American White Pelican

75/24/2026

Osprey

15/24/2026

Bald Eagle

35/24/2026

Northern Flicker

25/24/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

25/24/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/24/2026

Western Kingbird

35/24/2026

Western Warbling Vireo

15/24/2026

Violet-green Swallow

255/24/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

85/24/2026

Barn Swallow

35/24/2026

Cliff Swallow

405/24/2026

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 Fontenelle Migrant Trap (Tailrace CG, Dam, and Cottonwoods on West Bank) for birding?
The best months to visit Fontenelle Migrant Trap (Tailrace CG, Dam, and Cottonwoods on West Bank) for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Fontenelle Migrant Trap (Tailrace CG, Dam, and Cottonwoods on West Bank)?
Notable species at Fontenelle Migrant Trap (Tailrace CG, Dam, and Cottonwoods on West Bank) include Mountain Bluebird, Clark's Nutcracker, White-tailed Ptarmigan, Townsend's Solitaire, Rosy-Finch. The area supports mountain, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fontenelle Migrant Trap (Tailrace CG, Dam, and Cottonwoods on West Bank)?
Birding at Fontenelle Migrant Trap (Tailrace CG, Dam, and Cottonwoods on West Bank) is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Fontenelle Migrant Trap (Tailrace CG, Dam, and Cottonwoods on West Bank)?
Fontenelle Migrant Trap (Tailrace CG, Dam, and Cottonwoods on West Bank) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.