River/Riparian birding habitat

Laramie River Greenbelt Trail

Wyoming · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Laramie River Greenbelt Trail is a productive birding destination in Wyoming, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Common Merganser 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

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

5/30/20264407 East Cheyenne Drive, Laramie, Wyoming, US (41.323, -105.539)1 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

5/29/2026Indian Hills/Navajo Intersection yard1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

5/28/2026Indian Hills/Navajo Intersection yard1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

5/27/2026Laramie Plains Lakes--Twin Buttes Lake1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/24/2026Laramie Plains Lakes--Meeboer Lake4 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

5/21/2026Laramie River Greenbelt Trail1 observed

Great Egret

Ardea alba

5/21/2026Laramie River Greenbelt Trail1 observed

Black-throated Gray Warbler

Setophaga nigrescens

5/20/2026Indian Hills/Navajo Intersection yard1 observed

Common Nighthawk

Chordeiles minor

5/19/2026WY, My Yard, Laramie2 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

5/19/2026Laramie Plains Lakes--Lake Hattie Reservoir8 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cinnamon Teal

35/30/2026

Mallard

45/30/2026

Redhead

25/30/2026

Killdeer

15/30/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/30/2026

Turkey Vulture

45/30/2026

Northern Flicker

25/30/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

65/30/2026

Western Kingbird

15/30/2026

American Crow

35/30/2026

Tree Swallow

65/30/2026

Barn Swallow

45/30/2026

Northern House Wren

15/30/2026

American Robin

85/30/2026

House Finch

25/30/2026

American Goldfinch

75/30/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

15/30/2026

Song Sparrow

25/30/2026

Western Meadowlark

15/30/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

25/30/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Laramie River Greenbelt Trail for birding?
The best months to visit Laramie River Greenbelt Trail for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Laramie River Greenbelt Trail?
Notable species at Laramie River Greenbelt Trail include Canada Goose, Mallard, Common Merganser, Rock Pigeon, Eurasian Collared-Dove. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Laramie River Greenbelt Trail?
Birding at Laramie River Greenbelt Trail is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Laramie River Greenbelt Trail?
Laramie River Greenbelt Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.