Lake Hiawatha Park

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lake Hiawatha Park is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Mallard, American Crow, and American Robin 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

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/6/2026Mother Lake1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

3/6/2026Blue Lake WTP1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

3/6/2026Nine Mile Creek1 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

3/5/2026Veterans Memorial Park1 observed

Golden-crowned Kinglet

Regulus satrapa

3/5/2026Minnesota Valley NWR--Bass Ponds1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

3/4/2026Edward Lake1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (Harlan's)

Buteo jamaicensis

3/3/2026Colman Lake Trail1 observed

Carolina Wren (Northern)

Thryothorus ludovicianus

3/3/2026Dermatologists1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

3/1/2026Kaposia Landing1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/5/2026

Mallard

1003/5/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

American Crow

23/5/2026

American Robin

103/5/2026

House Sparrow

23/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

253/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

43/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/2/2026

Northern Flicker

13/2/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

13/2/2026

Brown Creeper

13/2/2026

Bald Eagle

23/1/2026

Barred Owl

13/1/2026

Blue Jay

23/1/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/1/2026

European Starling

13/1/2026

House Finch

13/1/2026

American Goldfinch

43/1/2026

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 Hiawatha Park for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Hiawatha Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lake Hiawatha Park?
Notable species at Lake Hiawatha Park include Mallard, American Crow, American Robin, House Sparrow, Canada Goose. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Hiawatha Park?
Birding at Lake Hiawatha Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lake Hiawatha Park?
Lake Hiawatha Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.