Lake birding habitat

Clement Park and Johnson Reservoir

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Clement Park and Johnson Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Lesser Scaup 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

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/21/2026Clear Creek Trail--Golden to I-701 observed

Green Heron

Butorides virescens

7/20/2026Bluff Lake Nature Center1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

7/20/2026Sagebrush Park, Aurora US-CO 39.63117, -104.814991 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

7/20/2026Cherry Creek SP--Pelican Point area5 observed

Brewer's Sparrow

Spizella breweri

7/20/2026Cherry Creek SP--Wetlands Preserve1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

7/20/2026Cherry Creek SP--Wetlands Preserve1 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

7/20/2026Cherry Creek SP--Wetlands Preserve1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/20/2026Cherry Creek SP--Wetlands Preserve4 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

7/19/20261809 E Tufts Ave1 observed

Eastern Wood-Pewee

Contopus virens

7/19/2026Cherry Creek SP--Cottonwood Creek Wetlands1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

7/19/2026Denver City Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

97/19/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

17/19/2026

Mourning Dove

27/19/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

17/19/2026

Killdeer

177/19/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

117/19/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/19/2026

Northern Flicker

17/19/2026

American Kestrel

17/19/2026

Say's Phoebe

27/19/2026

Black-billed Magpie

17/19/2026

Tree Swallow

87/19/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

37/19/2026

Barn Swallow

137/19/2026

Cliff Swallow

427/19/2026

European Starling

17/19/2026

House Sparrow

27/19/2026

House Finch

37/19/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

77/19/2026

American Goldfinch

27/19/2026

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 Clement Park and Johnson Reservoir for birding?
The best months to visit Clement Park and Johnson Reservoir for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Clement Park and Johnson Reservoir?
Notable species at Clement Park and Johnson Reservoir include Canada Goose, Mallard, Lesser Scaup, Mourning Dove, Killdeer. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Clement Park and Johnson Reservoir?
Birding at Clement Park and Johnson Reservoir is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Clement Park and Johnson Reservoir?
Clement Park and Johnson Reservoir offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.