Beaverfork Lake

Arkansas · Southeast

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Beaverfork Lake is a productive birding destination in Arkansas, with 236 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Killdeer among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Wood Duck Killdeer Wilson's Snipe Pied-billed Grebe

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

4/14/2026Hendrix Creek Preserve1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

4/11/2026Bell Slough WMA--North Access1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

104/21/2026

Mallard

44/21/2026

Mourning Dove

14/21/2026

Killdeer

14/21/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

14/21/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

14/21/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/21/2026

Pectoral Sandpiper

24/21/2026

Great Egret

74/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/21/2026

American Kestrel

14/21/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

14/21/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

14/21/2026

Blue Jay

14/21/2026

Fish Crow

14/21/2026

Purple Martin

404/21/2026

Barn Swallow

24/21/2026

European Starling

24/21/2026

Brown Thrasher

14/21/2026

Northern Mockingbird

14/21/2026

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
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Arkansas Birding Guide

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

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Understanding Bird Migration

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Beaverfork Lake for birding?▼

The best months to visit Beaverfork Lake for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Beaverfork Lake?▼

Notable species at Beaverfork Lake include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Killdeer, Wilson's Snipe, Pied-billed Grebe. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Beaverfork Lake?▼

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

What amenities are available at Beaverfork Lake?▼

Beaverfork Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.