Stearns Lake
Colorado · Rocky Mountains
About This Location
Stearns Lake is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 209 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Snow Goose, Cackling Goose, and Canada Goose 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
Eastern Warbling Vireo
Vireo gilvus
Long-billed Dowitcher
Limnodromus scolopaceus
Canvasback
Aythya valisineria
Blackburnian Warbler
Setophaga fusca
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Bullock's Oriole
Blue Grosbeak
Canada Goose
Mallard
Mourning Dove
American Coot
Western Grebe
Double-crested Cormorant
Black-crowned Night Heron
Great Blue Heron
Turkey Vulture
Bald Eagle
Red-tailed Hawk
Tree Swallow
Barn Swallow
Cliff Swallow
Northern House Wren
European Starling
American Robin
House Finch
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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