Lake birding habitat

Oak Lake Provincial Park and Oak Lake

Manitoba · Canada

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Oak Lake Provincial Park and Oak Lake is a productive birding destination in Manitoba, with 236 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

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

Harris's Sparrow

Zonotrichia querula

4/11/2026Road 50 North, Oak Lake, Manitoba, CA (49.739, -100.768)2 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

4/11/2026Hawkwatch site N of Virden1 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

4/11/2026Hawkwatch site N of Virden1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

54/11/2026

Mallard

64/11/2026

Green-winged Teal

34/11/2026

Ring-necked Duck

54/11/2026

Hooded Merganser

34/11/2026

Killdeer

24/11/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

34/11/2026

American Robin

934/11/2026

American Tree Sparrow

24/11/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

324/11/2026

Harris's Sparrow

14/11/2026

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

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Oak Lake Provincial Park and Oak Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Oak Lake Provincial Park and Oak Lake for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Oak Lake Provincial Park and Oak Lake?
Notable species at Oak Lake Provincial Park and Oak Lake include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Oak Lake Provincial Park and Oak Lake?
Birding at Oak Lake Provincial Park and Oak Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Oak Lake Provincial Park and Oak Lake?
Oak Lake Provincial Park and Oak Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.