Hovey Lake FWA

Indiana · Midwest

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hovey Lake FWA is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 231 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Gadwall, and Canvasback among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Gadwall Canvasback Ring-necked Duck Turkey Vulture

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

7/19/2026Horseshoe Rd. Slough (restricted access; roadside viewing)1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

7/13/2026Hovey Lake FWA - Office1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Double-crested Cormorant

17/18/2026

Great Egret

17/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/18/2026

Bald Eagle

27/18/2026

Mississippi Kite

17/18/2026

Prothonotary Warbler

17/18/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/12/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/12/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/12/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/12/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/12/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/12/2026

American Crow

17/12/2026

Fish Crow

37/12/2026

Tree Swallow

47/12/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/12/2026

Carolina Wren

17/12/2026

Indigo Bunting

17/12/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hovey Lake FWA for birding?▼

The best months to visit Hovey Lake FWA for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Hovey Lake FWA?▼

Notable species at Hovey Lake FWA include Canada Goose, Gadwall, Canvasback, Ring-necked Duck, Turkey Vulture. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Hovey Lake FWA?▼

Birding at Hovey Lake FWA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Hovey Lake FWA?▼

Hovey Lake FWA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.