Cranbrook - Elizabeth Lake

British Columbia · Canada

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Cranbrook - Elizabeth Lake is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Crow, and Song Sparrow 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

Canada Goose American Crow Song Sparrow Red-winged Blackbird Mallard

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red Crossbill (Douglas-fir or type 4)

Loxia curvirostra

6/15/2026Cranbrook WISA surveys area 315 observed

Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus

6/13/2026Unnamed Road, Wardner, British Columbia, CA (49.547, -115.624)2 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/13/2026Cherry Creek Prairie1 observed

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

6/12/2026Cranbrook old quarry1 observed

Green Heron

Butorides virescens

6/9/2026Cranbrook--Elizabeth Lake1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

46/15/2026

Cinnamon Teal

26/15/2026

Ring-necked Duck

46/15/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

16/15/2026

Sora

16/15/2026

American Coot

86/15/2026

Northern Flicker

16/15/2026

Willow Flycatcher

26/15/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/15/2026

Tree Swallow

106/15/2026

Barn Swallow

26/15/2026

Marsh Wren

26/15/2026

Gray Catbird

16/15/2026

Cedar Waxwing

46/15/2026

Song Sparrow

36/15/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

86/15/2026

Common Yellowthroat

26/15/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

26/15/2026

Gadwall

6/13/2026

Ruddy Duck

6/13/2026

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

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cranbrook - Elizabeth Lake for birding?▼

The best months to visit Cranbrook - Elizabeth Lake for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Cranbrook - Elizabeth Lake?▼

Notable species at Cranbrook - Elizabeth Lake include Canada Goose, American Crow, Song Sparrow, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Cranbrook - Elizabeth Lake?▼

Birding at Cranbrook - Elizabeth Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Cranbrook - Elizabeth Lake?▼

Cranbrook - Elizabeth Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.