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

Black Phoebe

Sayornis nigricans

5/31/2026South Platte Park--Carson Nature Center5 observed

Mountain Bluebird

Sialia currucoides

5/31/2026CommonGround (Westerly) Wetlands2 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

5/31/2026CommonGround (Westerly) Wetlands4 observed

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

5/31/20265440 S Perry St, Littleton US-CO (39.6185,-105.0431)1 observed

Veery

Catharus fuscescens

5/31/2026Waterton Canyon--upstream from overhead pipes1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

5/31/2026Cherry Creek SP--Prairie Loop1 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

5/31/2026Cherry Creek SP--Prairie Loop1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/31/2026Cherry Creek SP--Marina & nearby Dam Trail1 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

5/31/2026Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR--Havana Ponds and Trail2 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

5/31/2026Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR--Havana Ponds and Trail1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

5/31/2026Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR--Havana Ponds and Trail1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/31/2026Cherry Creek SP--Pelican Point area2 observed

Western Warbling Vireo

Vireo swainsoni

5/31/2026Cherry Creek State Park, Greenwood Village US-CO 39.63455, -104.863231 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

5/31/2026Cherry Creek State Park, Greenwood Village US-CO 39.63455, -104.863231 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

65/31/2026

Killdeer

15/31/2026

Barn Swallow

35/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

125/31/2026

Common Grackle

15/31/2026

Gadwall

35/29/2026

Mourning Dove

25/29/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

65/29/2026

Rock Pigeon

25/29/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/29/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

15/29/2026

Say's Phoebe

15/29/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/29/2026

Blue Jay

25/29/2026

American Crow

35/29/2026

Tree Swallow

85/29/2026

Northern House Wren

15/29/2026

American Robin

25/29/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

15/27/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/27/2026

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.