Lake birding habitat

Mud Lake Wildlife Management Area - East End

Idaho · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
LakeWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Mud Lake Wildlife Management Area - East End is a productive birding destination in Idaho, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This lake and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and Wood Duck 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

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

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

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

4/8/2026Western Wings Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

134/19/2026

Ross's Goose

24/19/2026

Canada Goose

124/19/2026

Cinnamon Teal

84/19/2026

Northern Shoveler

74/19/2026

Gadwall

64/19/2026

American Wigeon

304/19/2026

Mallard

174/19/2026

Redhead

24/19/2026

Ring-necked Duck

84/19/2026

Lesser Scaup

444/19/2026

Bufflehead

464/19/2026

Common Goldeneye

14/19/2026

Hooded Merganser

14/19/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

164/19/2026

Ruddy Duck

2214/19/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

14/19/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

84/19/2026

Mourning Dove

184/19/2026

American Coot

150004/19/2026

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 Mud Lake Wildlife Management Area - East End for birding?
The best months to visit Mud Lake Wildlife Management Area - East End for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Mud Lake Wildlife Management Area - East End?
Notable species at Mud Lake Wildlife Management Area - East End include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Wood Duck, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports lake, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mud Lake Wildlife Management Area - East End?
Birding at Mud Lake Wildlife Management Area - East End is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Mud Lake Wildlife Management Area - East End?
Mud Lake Wildlife Management Area - East End offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.