Lake birding habitat

Standley Lake and Park

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Standley Lake and Park is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 245 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Rock Pigeon, Eurasian Collared-Dove, and Bald Eagle 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

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

7/21/2026Walden Ponds Wildlife Habitat--Walden & Sawhill Ponds all together1 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

7/21/2026Walden Ponds Wildlife Habitat--Sawhill Ponds only1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/21/2026Clear Creek Trail--Golden to I-701 observed

Green Heron

Butorides virescens

7/20/2026Bluff Lake Nature Center1 observed

Cassin's Kingbird

Tyrannus vociferans

7/20/2026Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR--Bluestem Loop Trail3 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

7/19/2026Coal Creek Open Space (Jefferson Co.)1 observed

Lark Bunting

Calamospiza melanocorys

7/19/2026NE Broomfield County Pond and Area3 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

7/19/20261809 E Tufts Ave1 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

7/19/2026Bluff Lake Nature Center1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

107/18/2026

Mallard

157/18/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

77/18/2026

Mourning Dove

27/18/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

37/18/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

17/18/2026

Killdeer

27/18/2026

Ring-billed Gull

147/18/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

17/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/18/2026

Snowy Egret

37/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/18/2026

Swainson's Hawk

17/18/2026

Northern Flicker

17/18/2026

American Kestrel

27/18/2026

Say's Phoebe

47/18/2026

Western Kingbird

27/18/2026

Blue Jay

17/18/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

37/18/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

27/18/2026

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 Standley Lake and Park for birding?
The best months to visit Standley Lake and Park for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Standley Lake and Park?
Notable species at Standley Lake and Park include Rock Pigeon, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Northern Flicker. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Standley Lake and Park?
Birding at Standley Lake and Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Standley Lake and Park?
Standley Lake and Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.