Lake birding habitat

Ashurst Lake

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Ashurst Lake is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 242 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Cinnamon Teal, and Northern Shoveler among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

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

Mexican Duck

Anas diazi

7/16/2026Rio de Flag--Picture Canyon2 observed

Bronzed Cowbird

Molothrus aeneus

7/15/20268840 Loghouse Road, Flagstaff, Arizona, US (35.267, -111.492)1 observed

Wilson's Snipe

Gallinago delicata

7/15/2026Kachina Wetlands2 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

7/11/2026Mormon Lake Rd.--Dairy Spring1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

7/10/2026San Francisco Wash1 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

7/10/2026Kachina Wetlands2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

257/19/2026

Ruddy Duck

47/19/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

67/19/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

17/19/2026

Eared Grebe

47/19/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/19/2026

Cooper's Hawk

17/19/2026

American Crow

47/19/2026

Common Raven

17/19/2026

Mountain Chickadee

37/19/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

27/19/2026

Rock Wren

97/19/2026

Lark Sparrow

37/19/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

37/19/2026

Cinnamon Teal

157/17/2026

Mourning Dove

107/17/2026

American Coot

107/17/2026

Killdeer

57/17/2026

Osprey

27/17/2026

Northern Flicker

37/17/2026

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

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Ashurst Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Ashurst Lake for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Ashurst Lake?
Notable species at Ashurst Lake include Canada Goose, Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon, Northern Pintail. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ashurst Lake?
Birding at Ashurst Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Ashurst Lake?
Ashurst Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.