Whitford Lake

Alberta · Canada

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Whitford Lake is a productive birding destination in Alberta, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Gray Partridge, Rock Pigeon, and Common Raven 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

Gray Partridge Rock Pigeon Common Raven

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

6/11/2026Cindy Conservation Area1 observed

Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus

6/7/2026Bellis Lake Natural Area2 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

6/7/2026Bellis, Alberta, CA (54.016, -112.15)1 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

6/4/2026543074 Range Road 145, Alberta, CA (53.687, -112.042)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

206/12/2026

Blue-winged Teal

306/12/2026

Northern Shoveler

206/12/2026

Gadwall

46/12/2026

Mallard

206/12/2026

Northern Pintail

46/12/2026

Canvasback

206/12/2026

Common Goldeneye

206/12/2026

Sora

36/12/2026

American Coot

506/12/2026

Black-necked Stilt

26/12/2026

American Avocet

206/12/2026

Willet

16/12/2026

Black Tern

26/12/2026

Horned Grebe

46/12/2026

Least Flycatcher

16/12/2026

Eastern Kingbird

76/12/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

36/12/2026

Cliff Swallow

66/12/2026

American Goldfinch

16/12/2026

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 Whitford Lake for birding?▼

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

What birds can I see at Whitford Lake?▼

Notable species at Whitford Lake include Gray Partridge, Rock Pigeon, Common Raven. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Whitford Lake?▼

Birding at Whitford Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Whitford Lake?▼

Whitford Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.