Main Reservoir (Lakewood)

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Summer Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Main Reservoir (Lakewood) is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Northern Shoveler 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

Cackling Goose Canada Goose Northern Shoveler Gadwall American Wigeon

Live Bird Data

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

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

5/31/2026Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR (Please use more specific locations)1 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

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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

125/31/2026

Mallard

65/31/2026

Killdeer

45/31/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

65/31/2026

American White Pelican

15/31/2026

Osprey

15/31/2026

Northern Flicker

25/31/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

15/31/2026

Blue Jay

25/31/2026

American Crow

25/31/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

125/31/2026

American Robin

25/31/2026

House Finch

65/31/2026

American Goldfinch

25/31/2026

Song Sparrow

65/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

125/31/2026

Common Grackle

25/31/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

15/31/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/30/2026

Violet-green Swallow

25/30/2026

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

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Main Reservoir (Lakewood) for birding?▼

The best months to visit Main Reservoir (Lakewood) for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Main Reservoir (Lakewood)?▼

Notable species at Main Reservoir (Lakewood) include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Main Reservoir (Lakewood)?▼

Birding at Main Reservoir (Lakewood) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Main Reservoir (Lakewood)?▼

Main Reservoir (Lakewood) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.