Kelowna - Robert Lake

British Columbia · Canada

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Spring Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Kelowna - Robert Lake is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Bufflehead 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 Mallard Bufflehead Killdeer Northern Harrier

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/16/2026Rose Valley Regional Park--Reservoir Road1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

6/8/2026Kelowna--Maude-Roxby Sanctuary1 observed

Bobolink

Dolichonyx oryzivorus

6/6/2026Kelowna--Robert Lake1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cinnamon Teal

26/11/2026

Canvasback

26/11/2026

Ruddy Duck

46/11/2026

Sora

16/11/2026

American Coot

16/11/2026

Killdeer

16/11/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

16/11/2026

Eared Grebe

16/11/2026

Barn Swallow

26/11/2026

House Finch

16/11/2026

Yellow-headed Blackbird

26/11/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

56/11/2026

Blue-winged Teal

16/11/2026

Green-winged Teal

26/11/2026

Redhead

96/11/2026

California Quail

36/11/2026

Mourning Dove

26/11/2026

Virginia Rail

16/11/2026

Black-necked Stilt

16/11/2026

Wilson's Phalarope

86/11/2026

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 Kelowna - Robert Lake for birding?▼

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

What birds can I see at Kelowna - Robert Lake?▼

Notable species at Kelowna - Robert Lake include Canada Goose, Mallard, Bufflehead, Killdeer, Northern Harrier. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Kelowna - Robert Lake?▼

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

What amenities are available at Kelowna - Robert Lake?▼

Kelowna - Robert Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.