A flock of Snow Geese land on morning-lit waters in Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Frank Lake - NW lookout/blind/outflow

Alberta · Canada

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, dawn to dusk

About This Location

Frank Lake - NW lookout/blind/outflow is a productive birding destination in Alberta, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Tundra Swan 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Ferruginous Hawk

Buteo regalis

8/21/2026Coal Trail1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

8/21/2026Coal Trail1 observed

Clark's Grebe

Aechmophorus clarkii

8/14/2026Frank Lake--NW lookout/blind/outflow1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Sora

28/23/2026

American Coot

108/23/2026

Black-necked Stilt

128/23/2026

American Avocet

208/23/2026

Wilson's Phalarope

258/23/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

48/23/2026

Franklin's Gull

508/23/2026

Ring-billed Gull

8/23/2026

California Gull

8/23/2026

Eared Grebe

28/23/2026

Western Grebe

58/23/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

148/23/2026

White-faced Ibis

58/23/2026

Great Blue Heron

18/23/2026

American White Pelican

508/23/2026

Bald Eagle

18/23/2026

Marsh Wren

28/23/2026

Yellow-headed Blackbird

28/23/2026

Trumpeter Swan

18/22/2026

Blue-winged Teal

48/22/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

  4. 4

    A spotting scope is essential here — many waterbirds stay far from shore and are difficult to identify with binoculars alone.

  5. 5

    Winter months bring peak waterfowl diversity — visit November through February for the best duck and goose viewing.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Frank Lake - NW lookout/blind/outflow for birding?
The best months to visit Frank Lake - NW lookout/blind/outflow for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Frank Lake - NW lookout/blind/outflow?
Notable species at Frank Lake - NW lookout/blind/outflow include Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Tundra Swan, American Wigeon, Mallard, Black-billed Magpie, House Sparrow, House Finch, Northern Flicker, Bald Eagle, European Starling, Rock Pigeon. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Frank Lake - NW lookout/blind/outflow?
Birding at Frank Lake - NW lookout/blind/outflow is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Frank Lake - NW lookout/blind/outflow?
There is no entrance fee at Frank Lake - NW lookout/blind/outflow. Hours: Open daily, dawn to dusk.
What amenities are available at Frank Lake - NW lookout/blind/outflow?
Frank Lake - NW lookout/blind/outflow offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.