Coastal birding habitat

Williams Lake - Scout Island

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
CoastalLake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Williams Lake - Scout Island is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 226 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Northern Shoveler 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

6/18/2026Becher's Prairie & Lakes North of Hwy 20 (General)1 observed

Lesser Goldfinch

Spinus psaltria

6/17/2026Opal St1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

6/14/2026Becher's Prairie--Rock Lake1 observed

Western Grebe

Aechmophorus occidentalis

6/14/2026Williams Lake--Scout Island9 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

6/11/2026Meldrum Creek Rd, Cariboo CA-BC 51.96926, -122.349202 observed

Bullock's x Baltimore Oriole (hybrid)

Icterus bullockii x galbula

6/10/2026Williams Lake--Scout Island1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

6/6/2026Williams Lake--Scout Island1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gadwall

26/18/2026

American Wigeon

26/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

26/18/2026

American White Pelican

46/18/2026

Osprey

16/18/2026

Marsh Wren

26/18/2026

Gray Catbird

16/18/2026

Cedar Waxwing

16/18/2026

Song Sparrow

16/18/2026

Spotted Towhee

16/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

16/18/2026

Common Yellowthroat

46/18/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

16/18/2026

Canada Goose

506/15/2026

Wood Duck

106/15/2026

Blue-winged Teal

16/15/2026

Cinnamon Teal

56/15/2026

Northern Shoveler

66/15/2026

Mallard

256/15/2026

Green-winged Teal

16/15/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Williams Lake - Scout Island for birding?
The best months to visit Williams Lake - Scout Island for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Williams Lake - Scout Island?
Notable species at Williams Lake - Scout Island include Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mallard. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Williams Lake - Scout Island?
Birding at Williams Lake - Scout Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Williams Lake - Scout Island?
Williams Lake - Scout Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.