Lake birding habitat

Denny Lake Park

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Denny Lake Park is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Green-winged Teal, and Ring-necked Duck 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

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

4/14/2026WTP Towaoc, Colorado, US (37.192, -108.702)1 observed

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

Selasphorus platycercus

4/14/2026Mesa Verde NP--Spruce Canyon & Pictograph Loop Trails1 observed

Black-throated Gray Warbler

Setophaga nigrescens

4/14/2026Mesa Verde NP--Far View Area2 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

4/6/2026Zetroc House1 observed

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

4/5/2026Upper Yellow Jacket1 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

4/5/20262237–2767 County Road 21, Cortez US-CO 37.24874, -108.663851 observed

Mexican Duck

Anas diazi

4/4/2026McPhee Reservoir--West End1 observed

American Herring Gull

Larus smithsonianus

4/4/2026McPhee Reservoir--West End2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

44/9/2026

Ring-necked Duck

24/9/2026

Bufflehead

24/9/2026

American Coot

424/9/2026

European Starling

84/9/2026

American Robin

14/9/2026

House Finch

14/9/2026

Song Sparrow

14/9/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

34/9/2026

Lesser Scaup

14/8/2026

Ruddy Duck

14/8/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

24/8/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

14/8/2026

Great Blue Heron

24/8/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/8/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/8/2026

Black Phoebe

24/8/2026

Say's Phoebe

34/8/2026

Common Raven

14/8/2026

House Sparrow

44/8/2026

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Denny Lake Park for birding?
The best months to visit Denny Lake Park for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Denny Lake Park?
Notable species at Denny Lake Park include Canada Goose, Green-winged Teal, Ring-necked Duck, Bufflehead, Rock Pigeon. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Denny Lake Park?
Birding at Denny Lake Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Denny Lake Park?
Denny Lake Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.