Lake birding habitat

Barr Lake State Park - banding station area (pre-2024)

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Barr Lake State Park - banding station area (pre-2024) is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 258 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Snow Goose, Cackling Goose, and Canada Goose among many others. Elevation changes create diverse habitats, from riparian valleys to alpine meadows, supporting a wide range of species.

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

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

4/14/2026Hidden (Mayham) Lake1 observed

Rock Wren

Salpinctes obsoletus

4/14/2026Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR--Wildlife Drive1 observed

Northern Cardinal

Cardinalis cardinalis

4/14/2026Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR--Discovery Trail1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

4/14/2026Great Plains Park1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/13/2026Westerly Creek Park1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/13/2026Bluff Lake Nature Center1 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

4/12/2026Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR--Lower Derby Lake1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

4/12/2026yard1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

4/12/2026Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR--Lower Derby Lake2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

14/11/2026

Northern Shoveler

54/11/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/11/2026

Wood Duck

24/5/2026

Cinnamon Teal

14/5/2026

Mallard

34/5/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

14/5/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

14/5/2026

Mourning Dove

14/5/2026

American Coot

124/5/2026

Killdeer

24/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/5/2026

Bald Eagle

24/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/5/2026

American Kestrel

14/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

34/5/2026

Tree Swallow

24/5/2026

European Starling

44/5/2026

American Robin

64/5/2026

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

    Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Barr Lake State Park - banding station area (pre-2024) for birding?
The best months to visit Barr Lake State Park - banding station area (pre-2024) for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Barr Lake State Park - banding station area (pre-2024)?
Notable species at Barr Lake State Park - banding station area (pre-2024) include Snow Goose, Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Mallard. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Barr Lake State Park - banding station area (pre-2024)?
Birding at Barr Lake State Park - banding station area (pre-2024) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Barr Lake State Park - banding station area (pre-2024)?
Barr Lake State Park - banding station area (pre-2024) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.