Lake birding habitat

Lower Latham Reservoir area

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Lower Latham Reservoir area is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Mallard 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

Northern Shoveler x Gadwall (hybrid)

Spatula clypeata x Mareca strepera

4/16/2026Windsor Lake1 observed

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

4/14/2026Canton--O&G area N of US-341 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

4/12/2026Weld CR 59 wetlands3 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

4/12/2026Weld CR 59 wetlands2 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

4/12/2026Weld CR 59 wetlands1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/18/2026

Mourning Dove

24/18/2026

Black-necked Stilt

24/18/2026

Killdeer

24/18/2026

Bald Eagle

14/18/2026

Western Meadowlark

14/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

44/18/2026

Swainson's Hawk

24/17/2026

Blue-winged Teal

24/17/2026

Northern Shoveler

14/17/2026

Gadwall

34/17/2026

Mallard

54/17/2026

Green-winged Teal

44/17/2026

Rock Pigeon

14/17/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

14/17/2026

Virginia Rail

14/17/2026

Wilson's Snipe

14/17/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

14/17/2026

Horned Lark

14/17/2026

Cliff Swallow

84/17/2026

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 Lower Latham Reservoir area for birding?
The best months to visit Lower Latham Reservoir area for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lower Latham Reservoir area?
Notable species at Lower Latham Reservoir area include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Mallard, Northern Pintail, Sandhill Crane. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lower Latham Reservoir area?
Birding at Lower Latham Reservoir area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lower Latham Reservoir area?
Lower Latham Reservoir area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.