Beaverhill Lake - Francis Point

Alberta · Canada

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Beaverhill Lake - Francis Point is a productive birding destination in Alberta, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Rough-legged Hawk, Common Raven, and Black-capped Chickadee among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

Location

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Notable Species

Rough-legged Hawk Common Raven Black-capped Chickadee

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

6/18/2026Cooking Lake--Blackfoot PRA--Waskahegan Staging Area4 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

6/17/2026Beaverhill Natural Area3 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

6/16/2026MMP61 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

6/14/2026Islet Lake Staging Area Trails (Blackfoot Park)1 observed

Black-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus erythropthalmus

6/14/2026North Beaverhill1 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

6/13/202620241–20299 Township Rd 520, Strathcona County CA-AB 53.45415, -112.870711 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Flicker

6/15/2026

Least Flycatcher

6/15/2026

Eastern Kingbird

6/15/2026

Tree Swallow

6/15/2026

Northern House Wren

6/15/2026

American Robin

6/15/2026

Clay-colored Sparrow

6/15/2026

Savannah Sparrow

6/15/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

6/15/2026

Blue-winged Teal

26/7/2026

Mallard

66/7/2026

Mourning Dove

26/7/2026

Franklin's Gull

36/7/2026

Black-billed Magpie

26/7/2026

American Crow

16/7/2026

Barn Swallow

16/7/2026

Yellow-headed Blackbird

36/7/2026

Western Meadowlark

26/7/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

16/7/2026

Brewer's Blackbird

76/7/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
3
Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Beaverhill Lake - Francis Point for birding?▼

The best months to visit Beaverhill Lake - Francis Point for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Beaverhill Lake - Francis Point?▼

Notable species at Beaverhill Lake - Francis Point include Rough-legged Hawk, Common Raven, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Beaverhill Lake - Francis Point?▼

Birding at Beaverhill Lake - Francis Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Beaverhill Lake - Francis Point?▼

Beaverhill Lake - Francis Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.