Lake birding habitat

Charlie Lake - south end

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Charlie Lake - south end is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

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

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

6/13/20265924 242 road1 observed

Brewer's Sparrow

Spizella breweri

6/13/2026Ice Bridge Road, Taylor, British Columbia, CA (56.159, -120.819)1 observed

Double-crested Cormorant

Nannopterum auritum

6/13/2026Bear Flat1 observed

Lazuli Bunting

Passerina amoena

6/9/202615438 Don Phillips Way, Charlie Lake, British Columbia, CA (56.243, -121.341)1 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

6/6/2026Del Río - 400 Rd, km 5.51 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

26/18/2026

Ruddy Duck

16/18/2026

American Coot

56/18/2026

American Crow

26/18/2026

Clay-colored Sparrow

16/18/2026

Savannah Sparrow

26/18/2026

Song Sparrow

16/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

186/18/2026

Common Grackle

46/18/2026

American Wigeon

16/16/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

46/16/2026

Common Loon

26/16/2026

Least Flycatcher

16/16/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/16/2026

Swainson's Thrush

16/16/2026

American Robin

26/16/2026

Chipping Sparrow

26/16/2026

Ovenbird

16/16/2026

Northern Waterthrush

16/16/2026

American Redstart

16/16/2026

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

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Charlie Lake - south end for birding?
The best months to visit Charlie Lake - south end for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Charlie Lake - south end?
Notable species at Charlie Lake - south end include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Charlie Lake - south end?
Birding at Charlie Lake - south end is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Charlie Lake - south end?
Charlie Lake - south end offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.