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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

88/17/2026

Gadwall

128/17/2026

Mallard

608/17/2026

Green-winged Teal

68/17/2026

Virginia Rail

18/17/2026

Sora

18/17/2026

American Coot

148/17/2026

Black-necked Stilt

68/17/2026

Killdeer

228/17/2026

Wilson's Snipe

28/17/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

48/17/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

28/17/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

28/17/2026

Baird's Sandpiper

168/17/2026

Least Sandpiper

148/17/2026

Pectoral Sandpiper

38/17/2026

Western Sandpiper

28/17/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

128/17/2026

Northern Harrier

18/17/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

18/17/2026

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 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.