Lake birding habitat

Mann Lake

Idaho · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Mann Lake is a productive birding destination in Idaho, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Eurasian Wigeon, American Wigeon, and Mallard among many others. Elevation changes create diverse habitats, from riparian valleys to alpine meadows, supporting a wide range of species.

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

White-throated Swift

Aeronautes saxatalis

6/19/2026US-95 cliffs south of Railroad Tunnels Historic Marker4 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

6/19/2026Mann Lake1 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

6/18/2026Uniontown Sewage Ponds2 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

6/18/2026Mann Lake1 observed

Sage Thrasher

Oreoscoptes montanus

6/17/2026Peola Rd.2 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

6/10/2026Uniontown Sewage Ponds1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gadwall

66/19/2026

California Quail

26/19/2026

American Coot

26/19/2026

Black-necked Stilt

106/19/2026

American Avocet

126/19/2026

Killdeer

36/19/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

16/19/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

16/19/2026

American White Pelican

36/19/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

16/19/2026

Tree Swallow

26/19/2026

Gray Catbird

16/19/2026

American Robin

16/19/2026

House Finch

16/19/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

16/19/2026

Song Sparrow

16/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

26/19/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

16/19/2026

Mallard

126/19/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

16/19/2026

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

    Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Mann Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Mann Lake for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Mann Lake?
Notable species at Mann Lake include Eurasian Wigeon, American Wigeon, Mallard, Northern Pintail, Green-winged Teal. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mann Lake?
Birding at Mann Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Mann Lake?
Mann Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.