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

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/15/2026Conway - Yard1 observed

Brewer's Blackbird

Euphagus cyanocephalus

6/6/2026Lake Conway--Adams Lake Landing2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

1036/16/2026

Mourning Dove

36/16/2026

Killdeer

76/16/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

26/16/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/16/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

16/16/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

16/16/2026

Blue Jay

16/16/2026

Fish Crow

16/16/2026

Carolina Chickadee

16/16/2026

Purple Martin

406/16/2026

Barn Swallow

36/16/2026

Cliff Swallow

16/16/2026

Brown-headed Nuthatch

16/16/2026

Carolina Wren

16/16/2026

European Starling

46/16/2026

Northern Mockingbird

36/16/2026

American Robin

16/16/2026

House Finch

16/16/2026

Baltimore Oriole

16/16/2026

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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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.