Lake birding habitat

Lake Lenexa & Black Hoof Park

Kansas · Midwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lake Lenexa & Black Hoof Park is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Common Goldeneye 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

Broad-winged Hawk (Northern)

Buteo platypterus

6/1/2026Prairie Center1 observed

Turkey Vulture (Northern)

Cathartes aura

6/1/2026Prairie Center3 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

6/1/2026Wyandotte Co. Lake1 observed

Canada Warbler

Cardellina canadensis

5/30/2026Zabel Residence1 observed

House Finch (Common)

Haemorhous mexicanus

5/29/2026Cedar Niles Park2 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

5/26/2026Wyandotte Co. Lake1 observed

Connecticut Warbler

Oporornis agilis

5/26/2026Wyandotte Co. Lake1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

5/26/2026Indian Creek Trail, Westgate to Pflumm1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

5/25/2026Hidden Lakes Park Olathe US-KS 38.93967, -94.883671 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

5/25/2026Heritage Park--Heritage Lake1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

5/25/2026Phillips Shadow Cir, Olathe1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

5/24/2026Walmart Warehouse Wetlands1 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

5/24/2026Southlake, Lenexa, KS. (38.926243, -94.767828)1 observed

Worm-eating Warbler

Helmitheros vermivorum

5/24/2026Cedar Creek--W 127th St.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

35/31/2026

Chimney Swift

15/31/2026

Barred Owl

25/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/31/2026

Blue Jay

15/31/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

15/31/2026

Tufted Titmouse

25/31/2026

Cliff Swallow

25/31/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

15/31/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/31/2026

Carolina Wren

15/31/2026

Brown Thrasher

15/31/2026

Eastern Bluebird

25/31/2026

American Robin

35/31/2026

House Finch

25/31/2026

American Goldfinch

25/31/2026

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 Lake Lenexa & Black Hoof Park for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Lenexa & Black Hoof Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lake Lenexa & Black Hoof Park?
Notable species at Lake Lenexa & Black Hoof Park include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Common Goldeneye, Mourning Dove, Double-crested Cormorant. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Lenexa & Black Hoof Park?
Birding at Lake Lenexa & Black Hoof Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lake Lenexa & Black Hoof Park?
Lake Lenexa & Black Hoof Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.