Mansfield Lake/Airport Trail

Connecticut · Northeast

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Mansfield Lake/Airport Trail is a productive birding destination in Connecticut, with 209 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Red-shouldered Hawk, American Crow, and Brown Creeper among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Red-shouldered Hawk American Crow Brown Creeper American Tree Sparrow

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

8/18/2026Coventry Lake (Wangumbaug Lake)1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

8/18/2026105 Lake Williams Dr, Lebanon US-CT2 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

8/16/2026Little Ln (Storrs Mansfield)1 observed

Philadelphia Vireo

Vireo philadelphicus

8/7/2026Bartlett Brook WMA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

138/19/2026

Wood Duck

88/19/2026

American Black Duck

108/19/2026

Common Merganser

38/19/2026

Killdeer

18/19/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

38/19/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

18/19/2026

Least Sandpiper

28/19/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

128/19/2026

Great Egret

28/19/2026

Great Blue Heron

18/19/2026

Osprey

28/19/2026

Belted Kingfisher

18/19/2026

Downy Woodpecker

18/19/2026

Northern Flicker

28/19/2026

Eastern Kingbird

18/19/2026

Blue Jay

48/19/2026

American Crow

18/19/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

28/19/2026

Barn Swallow

188/19/2026

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
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Fall Bird Migration Guide

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Understanding Bird Migration

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Mansfield Lake/Airport Trail for birding?▼

The best months to visit Mansfield Lake/Airport Trail for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Mansfield Lake/Airport Trail?▼

Notable species at Mansfield Lake/Airport Trail include Red-shouldered Hawk, American Crow, Brown Creeper, American Tree Sparrow. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Mansfield Lake/Airport Trail?▼

Birding at Mansfield Lake/Airport Trail is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Mansfield Lake/Airport Trail?▼

Mansfield Lake/Airport Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.