Lake birding habitat

Carters Lake - Hidden Pond Trail, Re-reg Dam, and Reservoir Road

Georgia · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Carters Lake - Hidden Pond Trail, Re-reg Dam, and Reservoir Road is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Killdeer 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

Double-crested Cormorant

Nannopterum auritum

7/22/2026Carters Lake--Powerhouse Rd.4 observed

Pied-billed Grebe

Podilymbus podiceps

7/22/2026Carters Lake--Powerhouse Rd.1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

7/20/2026Ranger House1 observed

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

Tyrannus forficatus

7/18/2026Pine Chapel, Moss, and Hunts Gin Rds.1 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

7/17/2026Owens Chapel Rd3 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

7/17/2026Pine Chapel, Moss, and Hunts Gin Rds.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Osprey

27/17/2026

Eastern Bluebird

7/17/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/17/2026

Killdeer

27/10/2026

White-eyed Vireo

17/10/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/10/2026

Common Yellowthroat

17/10/2026

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 Carters Lake - Hidden Pond Trail, Re-reg Dam, and Reservoir Road for birding?
The best months to visit Carters Lake - Hidden Pond Trail, Re-reg Dam, and Reservoir Road for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Carters Lake - Hidden Pond Trail, Re-reg Dam, and Reservoir Road?
Notable species at Carters Lake - Hidden Pond Trail, Re-reg Dam, and Reservoir Road include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Killdeer, Great Blue Heron, Black Vulture. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Carters Lake - Hidden Pond Trail, Re-reg Dam, and Reservoir Road?
Birding at Carters Lake - Hidden Pond Trail, Re-reg Dam, and Reservoir Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Carters Lake - Hidden Pond Trail, Re-reg Dam, and Reservoir Road?
Carters Lake - Hidden Pond Trail, Re-reg Dam, and Reservoir Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.