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

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

7/12/2026Humboldt Summit (TEH Co.)1 observed

Black-backed Woodpecker

Picoides arcticus

7/12/2026Humboldt Summit (TEH Co.)1 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

7/11/2026Silver Lake Rd.2 observed

Sora

Porzana carolina

7/9/2026Lassen Volcanic NP--Cold Boiling Lake1 observed

Brewer's Sparrow

Spizella breweri

7/8/2026Lassen Volcanic NP--Twin Lakes Patrol Cabin4 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

1207/13/2026

Gadwall

1107/13/2026

Mallard

357/13/2026

Ring-necked Duck

47/13/2026

Hooded Merganser

37/13/2026

Common Merganser

117/13/2026

Mourning Dove

17/13/2026

American Coot

797/13/2026

Killdeer

47/13/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

37/13/2026

Least Sandpiper

127/13/2026

Ring-billed Gull

1027/13/2026

California Gull

27/13/2026

Forster's Tern

57/13/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

307/13/2026

Western Grebe

857/13/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

187/13/2026

White-faced Ibis

37/13/2026

Great Egret

97/13/2026

Great Blue Heron

47/13/2026

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.