Lake birding habitat

Lake Almanor - Hwy 36 Causeway

California · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Lake Almanor - Hwy 36 Causeway is a productive birding destination in California, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

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

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/17/2026Lake Almanor--Canyon Dam Boat Ramp1 observed

Gray Flycatcher

Empidonax wrightii

4/17/2026Olsen Barn Meadow Property1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

744/17/2026

Northern Shoveler

124/17/2026

Gadwall

484/17/2026

American Wigeon

754/17/2026

Mallard

224/17/2026

Green-winged Teal

84/17/2026

Redhead

24/17/2026

Ring-necked Duck

24/17/2026

Lesser Scaup

14/17/2026

Bufflehead

284/17/2026

Hooded Merganser

24/17/2026

Common Merganser

24/17/2026

American Coot

444/17/2026

Sandhill Crane

24/17/2026

Killdeer

14/17/2026

Long-billed Dowitcher

14/17/2026

Willet

74/17/2026

Ring-billed Gull

434/17/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

64/17/2026

Eared Grebe

14/17/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Almanor - Hwy 36 Causeway for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Almanor - Hwy 36 Causeway for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Lake Almanor - Hwy 36 Causeway?
Notable species at Lake Almanor - Hwy 36 Causeway include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Almanor - Hwy 36 Causeway?
Birding at Lake Almanor - Hwy 36 Causeway is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Almanor - Hwy 36 Causeway?
Lake Almanor - Hwy 36 Causeway offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.