Lake Apopka North Shore (Lake County ONLY) - General

Florida · Southeast

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Habitat

CoastalLake

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake Apopka North Shore (Lake County ONLY) - General is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Sanderling Brown Pelican Osprey Royal Tern Willet

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Painted Bunting

Passerina ciris

7/19/2026Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive1 observed

Gull-billed Tern

Gelochelidon nilotica

7/19/2026Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive1 observed

Canvasback

Aythya valisineria

7/18/2026Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

7/18/2026Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive1 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

7/16/2026Hiawatha Shores Canal (28.561, -81.778)1 observed

Snail Kite

Rostrhamus sociabilis

7/15/2026Emeralda Marsh CA--Wildlife Drive Exit Parking Lot3 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/12/2026Beer Palace 2.01 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Gallinule

237/18/2026

Purple Gallinule

37/18/2026

Black-necked Stilt

57/18/2026

Anhinga

157/18/2026

White Ibis

67/18/2026

Glossy Ibis

127/18/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

27/18/2026

Little Blue Heron

77/18/2026

Snowy Egret

47/18/2026

Green Heron

27/18/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

97/18/2026

Great Egret

67/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

157/18/2026

Black Vulture

47/18/2026

Osprey

67/18/2026

Swallow-tailed Kite

67/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

57/18/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

337/18/2026

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

27/17/2026

Tricolored Heron

17/17/2026

Birding Tips

1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Apopka North Shore (Lake County ONLY) - General for birding?▼

The best months to visit Lake Apopka North Shore (Lake County ONLY) - General for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Lake Apopka North Shore (Lake County ONLY) - General?▼

Notable species at Lake Apopka North Shore (Lake County ONLY) - General include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Lake Apopka North Shore (Lake County ONLY) - General?▼

Birding at Lake Apopka North Shore (Lake County ONLY) - General is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Lake Apopka North Shore (Lake County ONLY) - General?▼

Lake Apopka North Shore (Lake County ONLY) - General offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.