Creston - Duck Lake

British Columbia · Canada

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Creston - Duck Lake is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Tundra Swan 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 Trumpeter Swan Tundra Swan American Wigeon Mallard

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Cinnamon Teal

Spatula cyanoptera

8/17/2026Creston--Duck Lake5 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

8/17/2026Creston--Duck Lake2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

2008/17/2026

Trumpeter Swan

28/17/2026

Blue-winged Teal

28/17/2026

Cinnamon Teal

58/17/2026

Gadwall

258/17/2026

Mallard

3008/17/2026

Ruddy Duck

18/17/2026

Mourning Dove

18/17/2026

Virginia Rail

28/17/2026

American Coot

5008/17/2026

Sandhill Crane

28/17/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

38/17/2026

Ring-billed Gull

78/17/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

58/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

18/17/2026

American White Pelican

918/17/2026

Northern Harrier

18/17/2026

Belted Kingfisher

18/17/2026

Downy Woodpecker

18/17/2026

Northern Flicker

38/17/2026

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 Creston - Duck Lake for birding?▼

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

What birds can I see at Creston - Duck Lake?▼

Notable species at Creston - Duck Lake include Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Tundra Swan, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Creston - Duck Lake?▼

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

What amenities are available at Creston - Duck Lake?▼

Creston - Duck Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.