Lake birding habitat

Walker Road Gravel Pond

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Walker Road Gravel Pond is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Wigeon, and Redhead 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

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

7/16/2026Cherry Creek SP--Prairie Loop1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

7/16/2026Cherry Creek SP--Pelican Point area1 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

7/16/2026Cherry Creek SP--Pelican Point area2 observed

Cassin's Kingbird

Tyrannus vociferans

7/16/2026Ray J. Harvie Open Space, Parker US-CO (39.5209,-104.7228)4 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

7/16/2026Reservoir Beacon Point Gate1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/15/2026Willow Creek Park1 observed

Brewer's Sparrow

Spizella breweri

7/15/2026Cherry Creek SP--Pelican Point area3 observed

Eastern Wood-Pewee

Contopus virens

7/15/2026Cherry Creek SP--Cottonwood Creek Wetlands1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

7/14/2026Cherry Creek SP--Marina & nearby Dam Trail1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

7/14/2026Cherry Creek SP--Pelican Point area3 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

7/14/2026Cherry Creek SP--Pelican Point area1 observed

Lazuli x Indigo Bunting (hybrid)

Passerina amoena x cyanea

7/14/2026Chatfield SP--Audubon Center & Trails1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

107/9/2026

Mallard

37/9/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

27/9/2026

Mourning Dove

57/9/2026

Killdeer

37/9/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

57/9/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/9/2026

American White Pelican

27/9/2026

Western Kingbird

17/9/2026

Black-billed Magpie

17/9/2026

Tree Swallow

407/9/2026

Cliff Swallow

327/9/2026

American Robin

17/9/2026

Western Meadowlark

257/9/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

27/9/2026

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 Walker Road Gravel Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Walker Road Gravel Pond for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Walker Road Gravel Pond?
Notable species at Walker Road Gravel Pond include Canada Goose, American Wigeon, Redhead, Lesser Scaup, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Walker Road Gravel Pond?
Birding at Walker Road Gravel Pond is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Walker Road Gravel Pond?
Walker Road Gravel Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.