Bob Kidd Lake

Arkansas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Bob Kidd Lake is a productive birding destination in Arkansas, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Double-crested Cormorant, and Great Blue Heron among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Bewick's Wren

Thryomanes bewickii

3/6/2026Apartments1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/6/2026Lake Elmdale1 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

3/5/2026Lake Fayetteville1 observed

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted x Red-shafted)

Colaptes auratus

2/27/2026Back Yard Township/ East Oaks Area Fayetteville AR1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

2/26/2026Little H Hollow1 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

2/23/2026Lake Fayetteville--North Shore Disc Golf Course1 observed

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bob Kidd Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Bob Kidd Lake for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Bob Kidd Lake?
Notable species at Bob Kidd Lake include Canada Goose, Double-crested Cormorant, Great Blue Heron, Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bob Kidd Lake?
Birding at Bob Kidd Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Bob Kidd Lake?
Bob Kidd Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.