Lake birding habitat

Pigeon Creek Pond/Giles Pond

Arkansas · Southeast

Habitat
LakeRiver/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Pigeon Creek Pond/Giles Pond is a productive birding destination in Arkansas, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This lake and river/riparian 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Inca Dove

Columbina inca

4/15/2026428 E Broadway St, Huntington US-AR 35.08256, -94.258671 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Turkey Vulture

44/12/2026

Broad-winged Hawk

34/12/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

14/12/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/12/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/12/2026

Red-cockaded Woodpecker

24/12/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

14/12/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

14/12/2026

White-eyed Vireo

24/12/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

64/12/2026

Blue Jay

44/12/2026

American Crow

44/12/2026

Fish Crow

24/12/2026

Carolina Chickadee

54/12/2026

Tufted Titmouse

64/12/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/12/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

34/12/2026

Brown-headed Nuthatch

34/12/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

64/12/2026

Carolina Wren

44/12/2026

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 Pigeon Creek Pond/Giles Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Pigeon Creek Pond/Giles Pond for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Pigeon Creek Pond/Giles Pond?
Notable species at Pigeon Creek Pond/Giles Pond include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake, river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pigeon Creek Pond/Giles Pond?
Birding at Pigeon Creek Pond/Giles Pond is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Pigeon Creek Pond/Giles Pond?
Pigeon Creek Pond/Giles Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.