Lake birding habitat

Tuttle Creek Lake - Carnahan Creek Park

Kansas · Midwest

Habitat
LakeRiver/RiparianUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Tuttle Creek Lake - Carnahan Creek Park is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This lake and river/riparian habitat attracts Mallard, Common Goldeneye, and Hooded Merganser among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.

Location

Loading map...

Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

7/12/2026Tuttle Creek WA--Burklund Ravine Rd.10 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

7/7/2026Pottawatomie SFL #21 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Bobwhite

17/12/2026

Mourning Dove

47/12/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/12/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

17/12/2026

Killdeer

47/12/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/12/2026

Great Egret

77/12/2026

Great Blue Heron

217/12/2026

Turkey Vulture

217/12/2026

Bald Eagle

17/12/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/12/2026

Bell's Vireo

17/12/2026

American Crow

27/12/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/12/2026

Barn Swallow

67/12/2026

Cliff Swallow

207/12/2026

Carolina Wren

27/12/2026

European Starling

57/12/2026

Brown Thrasher

17/12/2026

Eastern Bluebird

47/12/2026

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 Tuttle Creek Lake - Carnahan Creek Park for birding?
The best months to visit Tuttle Creek Lake - Carnahan Creek Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tuttle Creek Lake - Carnahan Creek Park?
Notable species at Tuttle Creek Lake - Carnahan Creek Park include Mallard, Common Goldeneye, Hooded Merganser, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports lake, river/riparian, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tuttle Creek Lake - Carnahan Creek Park?
Birding at Tuttle Creek Lake - Carnahan Creek Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Tuttle Creek Lake - Carnahan Creek Park?
Tuttle Creek Lake - Carnahan Creek Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.