Lake birding habitat

Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Northern Bobwhite, Mourning Dove, and Turkey Vulture among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

4/14/2026Newnans Lake, Gainesville US-FL (29.6455,-82.1999)1 observed

Gull-billed Tern

Gelochelidon nilotica

4/13/2026Newnans Lake--Palm Point Park2 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

4/13/2026Sweetwater Wetlands Park1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

4/13/2026Paynes Prairie Preserve SP--Bolen Bluff Trail1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

4/12/2026Newnans Lake9 observed

American Woodcock

Scolopax minor

4/12/2026Paynes Prairie Preserve SP--La Chua Trail1 observed

American Robin

Turdus migratorius

4/12/20263326 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville US-FL 29.65564, -82.371491 observed

Indian Peafowl

Pavo cristatus

4/12/2026Seven Sinks1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

4/11/2026Sweetwater Wetlands Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

24/12/2026

Common Gallinule

24/12/2026

Sandhill Crane

24/12/2026

Great Egret

24/12/2026

Black Vulture

14/12/2026

Turkey Vulture

64/12/2026

Bald Eagle

14/12/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

44/12/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

44/12/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

34/12/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

24/12/2026

White-eyed Vireo

44/12/2026

Blue Jay

14/12/2026

American Crow

34/12/2026

Fish Crow

24/12/2026

Carolina Chickadee

14/12/2026

Tufted Titmouse

24/12/2026

Purple Martin

134/12/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

14/12/2026

Northern House Wren

24/12/2026

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

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook for birding?
The best months to visit Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook?
Notable species at Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook include Northern Bobwhite, Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, Osprey, Bald Eagle. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook?
Birding at Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook?
Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.