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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Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brown-headed Nuthatch

16/10/2026

Carolina Wren

16/10/2026

Yellow-breasted Chat

16/10/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/10/2026

Pine Warbler

36/10/2026

Prairie Warbler

26/10/2026

Summer Tanager

26/10/2026

Indigo Bunting

26/10/2026

Northern Bobwhite

36/10/2026

Mourning Dove

56/10/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

26/10/2026

Black Vulture

16/10/2026

Turkey Vulture

26/10/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

26/10/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

26/10/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

16/10/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

16/10/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/10/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

16/10/2026

Eastern Phoebe

16/10/2026

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.