Lake birding habitat

Clinton Lake - Bloomington East

Kansas · Midwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Clinton Lake - Bloomington East is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 256 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Common Goldeneye, and Ring-billed Gull 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

4/16/2026Baker Wetlands--East Restoration1 observed

Gadwall x Northern Pintail (hybrid)

Mareca strepera x Anas acuta

4/15/2026Haskell Wetlands1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

4/15/2026Pumphrey Prairie1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

4/15/2026"Chickadee Ridge Nature Reserve", AKA, GLP home1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

4/14/2026Baker Wetlands--West Restoration2 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/13/2026Tollefson Property1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

4/11/2026Clinton Lake--Bloomington East3 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/9/2026Burcham Park, Lawrence1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/9/2026Burcham Park, Lawrence1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

4/4/2026Westwood Hills1 observed

Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus

4/3/2026Pumphrey Prairie1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

204/16/2026

Mourning Dove

34/16/2026

American Coot

104/16/2026

Killdeer

54/16/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

14/16/2026

Pectoral Sandpiper

14/16/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

24/16/2026

Franklin's Gull

124/16/2026

Ring-billed Gull

14/16/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

24/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

44/16/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

24/16/2026

Northern Flicker

14/16/2026

Eastern Kingbird

14/16/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

24/16/2026

Blue Jay

74/16/2026

Tufted Titmouse

24/16/2026

Tree Swallow

224/16/2026

Purple Martin

64/16/2026

Barn Swallow

14/16/2026

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

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Clinton Lake - Bloomington East for birding?
The best months to visit Clinton Lake - Bloomington East for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Clinton Lake - Bloomington East?
Notable species at Clinton Lake - Bloomington East include Canada Goose, Common Goldeneye, Ring-billed Gull, American White Pelican, Northern Flicker. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Clinton Lake - Bloomington East?
Birding at Clinton Lake - Bloomington East is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Clinton Lake - Bloomington East?
Clinton Lake - Bloomington East offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.