Lake birding habitat

Lake Fayetteville

Arkansas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake Fayetteville is a productive birding destination in Arkansas, with 268 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Blue-winged Teal 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 Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

4/21/2026Lake Elmdale1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

4/21/2026Charlie Craig State Fish Hatchery2 observed

Veery

Catharus fuscescens

4/18/2026Lake Sequoyah1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

4/17/2026University of Arkansas--Razorback Gardens Mullins Creek1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

4/15/2026Charlie Craig State Fish Hatchery1 observed

Brewer's Blackbird

Euphagus cyanocephalus

4/15/2026U of A Experimental Farm (restricted access)1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

4/14/2026Yard1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck (Northern)

Dendrocygna autumnalis

4/14/2026my backyard1 observed

Kentucky Warbler

Geothlypis formosa

4/14/2026Lake Fayetteville--Mulhollan Blind1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/13/2026Farm Hindsville US-AR 36.07553, -93.912631 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

34/20/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/20/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/20/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

14/20/2026

Blue Jay

14/20/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/20/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

14/20/2026

Carolina Wren

14/20/2026

European Starling

24/20/2026

Northern Mockingbird

14/20/2026

Eastern Bluebird

14/20/2026

American Robin

34/20/2026

House Finch

14/20/2026

Pine Siskin

14/20/2026

Pine Warbler

14/20/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

14/20/2026

Summer Tanager

14/20/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/20/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

34/19/2026

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 Lake Fayetteville for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Fayetteville for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lake Fayetteville?
Notable species at Lake Fayetteville include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Fayetteville?
Birding at Lake Fayetteville is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Fayetteville?
Lake Fayetteville offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.