Lake birding habitat

Market Lake Wildlife Management Area - General

Idaho · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
LakeWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Market Lake Wildlife Management Area - General is a productive birding destination in Idaho, with 252 species recorded on eBird. This lake and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Northern Harrier 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

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

4/21/2026Camas NWR7 observed

Blue-winged x Cinnamon Teal (hybrid)

Spatula discors x cyanoptera

4/19/2026Western Wings Pond1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/19/2026Tyler’s House1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

4/19/2026Mud Lake WMA--East End2 observed

Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus

4/17/2026Market Lake WMA--West Shelter Belt (stay on the trail)1 observed

Marbled Godwit

Limosa fedoa

4/16/2026Mud Lake WMA--South End2 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

4/15/2026Wakeside Lake1 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

4/11/2026Market Lake WMA--General1 observed

Brewer's Sparrow

Spizella breweri

4/11/2026Old Butte Highway2 observed

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

4/11/2026Western Wings Pond3 observed

Song Sparrow (montana/merrilli)

Melospiza melodia

4/9/2026Market Shortcut1 observed

Red-winged Blackbird (Red-winged)

Agelaius phoeniceus

4/9/2026Market Lake WMA--General64 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

334/20/2026

Cinnamon Teal

44/20/2026

Northern Shoveler

34/20/2026

Gadwall

74/20/2026

American Wigeon

24/20/2026

Mallard

394/20/2026

Redhead

124/20/2026

Ring-necked Duck

24/20/2026

Ruddy Duck

14/20/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

14/20/2026

Mourning Dove

24/20/2026

Sandhill Crane

14/20/2026

Killdeer

34/20/2026

Willet

14/20/2026

Franklin's Gull

14/20/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/20/2026

White-faced Ibis

14/20/2026

Great Egret

14/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/20/2026

American White Pelican

174/20/2026

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 Market Lake Wildlife Management Area - General for birding?
The best months to visit Market Lake Wildlife Management Area - General for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Market Lake Wildlife Management Area - General?
Notable species at Market Lake Wildlife Management Area - General include Canada Goose, Mallard, Northern Harrier, Downy Woodpecker, Song Sparrow. The area supports lake, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Market Lake Wildlife Management Area - General?
Birding at Market Lake Wildlife Management Area - General is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Market Lake Wildlife Management Area - General?
Market Lake Wildlife Management Area - General offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.