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

Brown-headed Cowbird

Molothrus ater

4/13/2026Township Road 584, Bellis, Alberta, CA (54.035, -112.152)1 observed

Whooping Crane

Grus americana

4/11/2026Sandy Lake,Two Hills County1 observed

Mourning Dove

Zenaida macroura

4/11/2026Range Road 135 south of Hwy 6451 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cackling Goose

4/18/2026

Canada Goose

4/18/2026

Northern Shoveler

4/18/2026

American Wigeon

4/18/2026

Mallard

4/18/2026

Northern Pintail

4/18/2026

Green-winged Teal

4/18/2026

Canvasback

4/18/2026

Redhead

4/18/2026

Ring-necked Duck

4/18/2026

Lesser Scaup

4/18/2026

Bufflehead

4/18/2026

Common Goldeneye

4/18/2026

Gray Partridge

24/18/2026

Rock Pigeon

104/18/2026

American Coot

74/18/2026

Killdeer

14/18/2026

Ring-billed Gull

54/18/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

14/18/2026

Northern Harrier

44/18/2026

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.