Lake Estes
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
About This Location
Lake Estes is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 282 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Common Goldeneye, and American Crow 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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Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Broad-tailed Hummingbird
Selasphorus platycercus
Gray Catbird
Dumetella carolinensis
Violet-green Swallow
Tachycineta thalassina
Blue-gray Gnatcatcher
Polioptila caerulea
Chipping Sparrow
Spizella passerina
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Mallard
Double-crested Cormorant
Black-billed Magpie
American Crow
Pine Siskin
Yellow-rumped Warbler
Common Merganser
Turkey Vulture
Pygmy Nuthatch
Western Bluebird
Gadwall
Common Goldeneye
Hooded Merganser
Lesser Scaup
Rock Pigeon
Belted Kingfisher
Say's Phoebe
Mountain Chickadee
House Sparrow
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
- 2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
- 3
Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.
Amenities
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