Millwood Lake - Okay Levee

Arkansas · Southeast

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Millwood Lake - Okay Levee is a productive birding destination in Arkansas, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Common Loon Bald Eagle Double-crested Cormorant Ring-billed Gull Bufflehead

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

4/11/2026Little River 701 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

4/8/2026Little River Bottoms--Grassy Lake (restricted access)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/13/2026

Little Blue Heron

24/13/2026

Great Egret

14/13/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

14/13/2026

Northern Flicker

14/13/2026

American Crow

14/13/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/13/2026

Carolina Wren

14/13/2026

Brown Thrasher

14/13/2026

White-throated Sparrow

14/13/2026

Northern Cardinal

24/13/2026

Osprey

14/13/2026

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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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Where to See Bald Eagles

11 min read

Understanding Bird Migration

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Millwood Lake - Okay Levee for birding?▼

The best months to visit Millwood Lake - Okay Levee for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Millwood Lake - Okay Levee?▼

Notable species at Millwood Lake - Okay Levee include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Millwood Lake - Okay Levee?▼

Birding at Millwood Lake - Okay Levee is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Millwood Lake - Okay Levee?▼

Millwood Lake - Okay Levee offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.