Lake birding habitat

Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook

California · Southwest

Habitat
LakeWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook is a productive birding destination in California, with 213 species recorded on eBird. This lake and wetland habitat attracts Canvasback, Bufflehead, and American Coot 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

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

7/8/2026Lake Tolowa Mouth1 observed

Eurasian Whimbrel

Numenius phaeopus

7/7/2026Point St. George1 observed

Eastern Kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

7/7/2026Lake Tolowa Mouth1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

7/6/2026Lake Tolowa Mouth2 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

7/5/2026Lake Tolowa1 observed

Cassin's Kingbird

Tyrannus vociferans

7/5/2026Lake Tolowa Mouth1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

7/4/2026Klamath River Overlook1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

7/3/2026464 E Lauff Ave1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

7/2/2026Chetco River--South Jetty1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Surf Scoter

37/8/2026

Pigeon Guillemot

27/8/2026

Common Murre

300007/8/2026

Western Gull

5007/8/2026

Brandt's Cormorant

2007/8/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/8/2026

Common Raven

17/8/2026

Cliff Swallow

27/8/2026

Barn Swallow

27/8/2026

American Robin

17/8/2026

Brewer's Blackbird

37/8/2026

Vaux's Swift

17/8/2026

Osprey

17/8/2026

Western Flycatcher

27/8/2026

Steller's Jay

27/8/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

57/8/2026

Brown Creeper

17/8/2026

Pacific Wren

27/8/2026

Swainson's Thrush

47/8/2026

Chestnut-backed Chickadee

17/8/2026

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 Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook?
Notable species at Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook include Canvasback, Bufflehead, American Coot, Western Gull, Pied-billed Grebe. The area supports lake, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook?
Birding at Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook?
Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.