Lake birding habitat

Hastings Lake

Alberta · Canada

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Hastings Lake is a productive birding destination in Alberta, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

4/14/2026Sherwood Park--Heritage Wetlands Park1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

4/14/2026My home1 observed

Ferruginous Hawk

Buteo regalis

4/10/2026Alberta 834, Tofield, Alberta, CA (53.492, -112.656)1 observed

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

4/9/2026Strathcona County, Strathcona County CA-AB (53.5735,-113.2158)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

104/21/2026

Northern Shoveler

94/21/2026

Gadwall

24/21/2026

Mallard

124/21/2026

Northern Pintail

64/21/2026

Green-winged Teal

44/21/2026

Common Goldeneye

34/21/2026

Black-necked Stilt

24/21/2026

American Avocet

94/21/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

24/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

14/21/2026

California Gull

224/21/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

14/21/2026

American Crow

94/21/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

14/21/2026

American Robin

14/21/2026

Song Sparrow

24/21/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

14/21/2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hastings Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Hastings Lake for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Hastings Lake?
Notable species at Hastings Lake include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hastings Lake?
Birding at Hastings Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Hastings Lake?
Hastings Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.