Lake birding habitat

Newnans Lake - Earl P. Powers Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Newnans Lake - Earl P. Powers Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 237 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Anhinga, Double-crested Cormorant, and Great Egret 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

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

4/14/20263920 NW 36th Pl, Gainesville US-FL 29.68657, -82.383401 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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Gallinule

24/10/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

14/10/2026

Little Blue Heron

14/10/2026

Great Egret

24/10/2026

Great Blue Heron

34/10/2026

American White Pelican

14/10/2026

Mourning Dove

14/8/2026

Snowy Egret

14/8/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/8/2026

Osprey

74/8/2026

Cooper's Hawk

14/8/2026

Bald Eagle

14/8/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

34/8/2026

American Crow

44/8/2026

Fish Crow

34/8/2026

Purple Martin

14/8/2026

Carolina Wren

14/8/2026

Hermit Thrush

14/8/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

104/8/2026

Common Grackle

44/8/2026

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 Newnans Lake - Earl P. Powers Park for birding?
The best months to visit Newnans Lake - Earl P. Powers Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Newnans Lake - Earl P. Powers Park?
Notable species at Newnans Lake - Earl P. Powers Park include Anhinga, Double-crested Cormorant, Great Egret, Turkey Vulture, Osprey. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Newnans Lake - Earl P. Powers Park?
Birding at Newnans Lake - Earl P. Powers Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Newnans Lake - Earl P. Powers Park?
Newnans Lake - Earl P. Powers Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.