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

8/16/2026Conway - Sherwood Lane1 observed

American Coot

Fulica americana

8/13/2026Beaverfork Lake1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

8/13/2026Beaverfork Lake1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

128/19/2026

Mallard

48/19/2026

Mourning Dove

38/19/2026

Killdeer

118/19/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

18/19/2026

Green Heron

18/19/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

18/19/2026

Eastern Kingbird

18/19/2026

Blue Jay

18/19/2026

American Crow

18/19/2026

Fish Crow

308/19/2026

Carolina Chickadee

28/19/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

88/19/2026

Barn Swallow

38/19/2026

Brown-headed Nuthatch

38/19/2026

Carolina Wren

18/19/2026

European Starling

58/19/2026

Eastern Bluebird

18/19/2026

Chipping Sparrow

18/19/2026

Baltimore Oriole

18/19/2026

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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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.