Lake birding habitat

Lindo Lake

California · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Lindo Lake is a productive birding destination in California, with 223 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Cinnamon Teal 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

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/30/2026Lake Murray--southeast side1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

5/30/2026Lower Otay Reservoir--east arm pullouts (including North Pt. gate)2 observed

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

5/30/2026Santee Lakes1 observed

Black Swift

Cypseloides niger

5/29/2026Balboa Park--Grape Street Dog Park1 observed

Tricolored Blackbird

Agelaius tricolor

5/29/2026Santee Lakes1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

5/29/2026Lake Hodges--east end (footbridge, lakebed, scrub)1 observed

Oak Titmouse

Baeolophus inornatus

5/29/2026East Penasquitos Canyon2 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

5/28/2026Mission Trails Regional Park--northeast region1 observed

Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

5/27/20269448 Knowlton Ct1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/27/2026Ocean Air Community Park1 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

5/27/2026Ramona Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Graylag Goose

15/28/2026

Canada Goose

25/28/2026

Wood Duck

15/28/2026

Mallard

245/28/2026

Rock Pigeon

2005/28/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

15/28/2026

Eared Grebe

15/28/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

35/28/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

25/28/2026

Snowy Egret

15/28/2026

Great Egret

35/28/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/28/2026

American White Pelican

15/28/2026

American Crow

25/28/2026

Cliff Swallow

45/28/2026

Tricolored Blackbird

35/28/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

105/28/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

25/25/2026

Allen's Hummingbird

25/25/2026

Common Gallinule

85/25/2026

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 Lindo Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Lindo Lake for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Lindo Lake?
Notable species at Lindo Lake include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lindo Lake?
Birding at Lindo Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lindo Lake?
Lindo Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.