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

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

6/7/202672211, Little Rock US-AR 34.72906, -92.422651 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

Rock Pigeon

26/17/2026

Mourning Dove

26/17/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

16/17/2026

Black Vulture

26/17/2026

Turkey Vulture

16/17/2026

Bald Eagle

16/17/2026

Barn Swallow

16/17/2026

Cliff Swallow

36/17/2026

Carolina Wren

16/17/2026

Northern Mockingbird

16/17/2026

Baltimore Oriole

16/17/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

26/17/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/17/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/17/2026

Chimney Swift

16/11/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/11/2026

Eastern Kingbird

26/11/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

26/11/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

16/11/2026

Blue Jay

16/11/2026

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.