From the snow-dusted vistas of Pikes Peak to the hidden avian treasures of local cemeteries, our Colorado winter birding trip was a whirlwind of high-altitude scenery and unexpected finds. Join us as we explore the Rocky Mountain Arsenal, the iconic red rocks of Garden of the Gods, and the urban birding gems that made this return trip one to remember.
On a quest to find the elusive White-tailed Ptarmigan, we explore top birding locations in Colorado, including Barr Lake State Park, Lory State Park, and the breathtaking heights of Rocky Mountain National Park’s Trail Ridge Road.
We hit the road to check Nebraska off our list! Join us as we explore Scotts Bluff, Chadron State Park, and encounter everything from Burrowing Owls to the legendary Union Bar ambulance.
Our first-ever Colorado birding trip became the final push toward our Big Year goal. From foothill feeders alive with mountain specialties to snowy passes and prairie dog fields near Denver, the weekend delivered Rosy-Finches, Barrow’s Goldeneye, a surprise Snowy Owl, and the moment we finally reached 500 species. A whirlwind winter adventure—and one of the most memorable chapters of our year.