Mountain birding habitat

Table Mountain WHMA

Wyoming · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Mountain
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Table Mountain WHMA is a productive birding destination in Wyoming, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This mountain 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

Cassin's Sparrow

Peucaea cassinii

6/1/2026Montz Point PRBE/WMA2 observed

Bullock's x Baltimore Oriole (hybrid)

Icterus bullockii x galbula

5/28/2026Springer/Bump Sullivan Wildlife Management Habitat Area--Goshen Hole Reservoir1 observed

Green-tailed Towhee

Pipilo chlorurus

5/24/2026Montz Point PRBE/WMA1 observed

Western Flycatcher

Empidonax difficilis

5/24/2026Montz Point PRBE/WMA1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (borealis)

Buteo jamaicensis

5/21/2026Sinnard Reservoir1 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

5/21/2026Lone Tree Canyon (private; permission required)1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

5/21/2026Lone Tree Canyon (private; permission required)1 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

5/21/2026Lone Tree Canyon (private; permission required)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

15/28/2026

Northern Shoveler

15/28/2026

Mallard

25/28/2026

Green-winged Teal

25/28/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

15/28/2026

Mourning Dove

35/28/2026

American Avocet

35/28/2026

Killdeer

95/28/2026

Wilson's Phalarope

35/28/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/28/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

15/28/2026

White-faced Ibis

15/28/2026

Swainson's Hawk

15/28/2026

Western Kingbird

15/28/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/28/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

15/28/2026

Horned Lark

15/28/2026

Barn Swallow

15/28/2026

Cliff Swallow

25/28/2026

Marsh Wren

15/28/2026

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