Lake birding habitat

Cook's Landing & Campbell Lake Parks

Arkansas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Cook's Landing & Campbell Lake Parks is a productive birding destination in Arkansas, with 237 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Ring-billed Gull, and Double-crested Cormorant 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

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

4/16/2026Boyd Road30 observed

Scott's Oriole

Icterus parisorum

4/15/2026Grandmamas1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

4/15/2026Grandmamas1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

4/13/2026My Neighborhood1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

4/12/2026Burns Park1 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

4/11/2026800 W Ninth St, Little Rock US-AR 34.74145, -92.280551 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

124/20/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/20/2026

Green Heron

14/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

24/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

64/20/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/20/2026

Eastern Kingbird

14/20/2026

American Crow

14/20/2026

Barn Swallow

64/20/2026

Cliff Swallow

304/20/2026

Carolina Wren

14/20/2026

Northern Mockingbird

34/20/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

54/20/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

24/20/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

14/20/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/20/2026

Gadwall

24/17/2026

Rock Pigeon

44/17/2026

American Coot

154/17/2026

Killdeer

14/17/2026

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cook's Landing & Campbell Lake Parks for birding?
The best months to visit Cook's Landing & Campbell Lake Parks for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Cook's Landing & Campbell Lake Parks?
Notable species at Cook's Landing & Campbell Lake Parks include Canada Goose, Ring-billed Gull, Double-crested Cormorant, American White Pelican, Bald Eagle. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cook's Landing & Campbell Lake Parks?
Birding at Cook's Landing & Campbell Lake Parks is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Cook's Landing & Campbell Lake Parks?
Cook's Landing & Campbell Lake Parks offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.