Wetland birding habitat

Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 213 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Northern Bobwhite, Wild Turkey, and Common Ground Dove 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

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

6/2/2026Three Lakes WMA--Hwy. 60 unit2 observed

Northern Harrier

Circus hudsonius

5/25/2026Three Lakes WMA--Prairie Lakes Unit1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Bobwhite

56/2/2026

Mourning Dove

26/2/2026

Limpkin

16/2/2026

Little Blue Heron

16/2/2026

Black Vulture

66/2/2026

Crested Caracara

16/2/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

16/2/2026

Eastern Towhee

26/2/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

466/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

46/2/2026

Northern Parula

16/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/2/2026

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

36/1/2026

Mottled Duck

26/1/2026

Wild Turkey

26/1/2026

Common Ground Dove

106/1/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

16/1/2026

Common Nighthawk

56/1/2026

Chuck-will's-widow

16/1/2026

Common Gallinule

16/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit for birding?
The best months to visit Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit?
Notable species at Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit include Northern Bobwhite, Wild Turkey, Common Ground Dove, Mourning Dove, Eastern Whip-poor-will. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit?
Birding at Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit?
Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.