Lake birding habitat

Lake Rebecca Park Reserve

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lake Rebecca Park Reserve is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 213 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Red-tailed Hawk 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

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

4/15/2026Minnesota Landscape Arboretum1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

4/13/20262638 Clover Field Cir, Chaska US-MN (44.8141,-93.6383)1 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

4/13/2026Lake Camelot2 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

4/12/2026Bailey Point Nature Preserve2 observed

Palm Warbler (Western)

Setophaga palmarum

4/8/2026Houlton Conservation Area1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

4/4/2026Clifton French Regional Park1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

4/4/2026Clifton French Regional Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

44/15/2026

Hooded Merganser

24/15/2026

Common Merganser

44/15/2026

Sandhill Crane

24/15/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

14/15/2026

Common Loon

24/15/2026

American White Pelican

64/15/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

24/15/2026

Bald Eagle

34/15/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/15/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/15/2026

Blue Jay

14/15/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

14/15/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/15/2026

Song Sparrow

24/15/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

34/15/2026

Northern Cardinal

24/15/2026

Blue-winged Teal

34/13/2026

Eastern Phoebe

24/13/2026

American Robin

14/13/2026

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 Rebecca Park Reserve for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Rebecca Park Reserve for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lake Rebecca Park Reserve?
Notable species at Lake Rebecca Park Reserve include Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Red-tailed Hawk, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Rebecca Park Reserve?
Birding at Lake Rebecca Park Reserve is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lake Rebecca Park Reserve?
Lake Rebecca Park Reserve offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.