Lake birding habitat

Lake Byllesby Regional Park

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lake Byllesby Regional Park is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts American Crow 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

Eurasian Tree Sparrow

Passer montanus

5/31/2026ETSP stakeout 205th locale1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (Krider's)

Buteo jamaicensis

5/23/2026Lake Byllesby Regional Park1 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

5/19/2026Carleton College Cowling Arboretum--Upper Arb1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-tailed Hawk

15/24/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/24/2026

Northern Flicker

15/24/2026

Least Flycatcher

15/24/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/24/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

45/24/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/24/2026

American Crow

25/24/2026

Northern House Wren

35/24/2026

Gray Catbird

55/24/2026

American Robin

15/24/2026

Cedar Waxwing

55/24/2026

American Goldfinch

25/24/2026

Chipping Sparrow

15/24/2026

Clay-colored Sparrow

15/24/2026

Field Sparrow

35/24/2026

Lincoln's Sparrow

15/24/2026

Baltimore Oriole

25/24/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

15/24/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

25/24/2026

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 Byllesby Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Byllesby Regional Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lake Byllesby Regional Park?
Notable species at Lake Byllesby Regional Park include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Byllesby Regional Park?
Birding at Lake Byllesby Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lake Byllesby Regional Park?
Lake Byllesby Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.