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

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/16/2026Lone Pond1 observed

Brewer's Sparrow

Spizella breweri

6/14/20266604–8198 Channel Rd, Wynndel CA-BC 49.21216, -116.640621 observed

Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus

6/7/2026Creston--Leach Lake1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

36/14/2026

Ring-necked Duck

16/14/2026

Lesser Scaup

26/14/2026

American Coot

26/14/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

106/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/14/2026

Eastern Kingbird

36/14/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

16/14/2026

Pine Siskin

16/14/2026

Song Sparrow

46/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

126/14/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/14/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

26/14/2026

Canada Goose

146/8/2026

Trumpeter Swan

36/8/2026

Gadwall

36/8/2026

Vaux's Swift

26/8/2026

Sora

16/8/2026

Wilson's Snipe

16/8/2026

Ring-billed Gull

16/8/2026

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.