Boardman Lake - Logans Landing

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Boardman Lake - Logans Landing is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 231 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Redhead 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

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

3/6/2026Good Harbor Bay Trail1 observed

Common Grackle

Quiscalus quiscula

3/6/2026Hull Park1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/6/2026Bridge Lake1 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

3/4/2026Boardman Lake--Logans Landing1 observed

Song Sparrow

Melospiza melodia

3/4/2026Bridge Lake1 observed

American Wigeon x Mallard (hybrid)

Mareca americana x Anas platyrhynchos

3/2/2026Boardman Lake--Logans Landing1 observed

Chimney Swift

Chaetura pelagica

3/2/2026Talon4 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

3/2/2026Talon1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

203/6/2026

Mute Swan

143/6/2026

Mallard

83/6/2026

Redhead

23/6/2026

Greater Scaup

33/6/2026

Bufflehead

63/6/2026

Hooded Merganser

13/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

223/6/2026

American Herring Gull

23/6/2026

American Crow

23/6/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/6/2026

House Finch

23/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/6/2026

Gadwall

43/6/2026

Lesser Scaup

43/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

43/6/2026

Common Merganser

13/6/2026

Mourning Dove

33/6/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

43/6/2026

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 Boardman Lake - Logans Landing for birding?
The best months to visit Boardman Lake - Logans Landing for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Boardman Lake - Logans Landing?
Notable species at Boardman Lake - Logans Landing include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Redhead, Bufflehead, Common Merganser. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Boardman Lake - Logans Landing?
Birding at Boardman Lake - Logans Landing is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Boardman Lake - Logans Landing?
Boardman Lake - Logans Landing offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.