Lake birding habitat

Spring Lake Park Reserve - Camp Spring Lake

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Spring Lake Park Reserve - Camp Spring Lake is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 222 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Mallard 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

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

6/1/2026East Mississippi River Flats, Minneapolis1 observed

Eurasian Tree Sparrow

Passer montanus

5/31/2026ETSP stakeout 205th locale1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose (Western)

Anser albifrons

5/31/2026Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve (Scott Co.)1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

5/31/2026Fish Creek Natural Area1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

5/31/2026Lebanon Hills btwn Pilot Knob and Johnny Cake1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

5/31/2026Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve--Forest trails (Scott Co.)1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/31/2026Crosby Farm Regional Park1 observed

Ruffed Grouse

Bonasa umbellus

5/30/202654022, River Falls US-WI 44.84048, -92.660474 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

5/29/2026Crosby Farm Regional Park1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

5/28/2026Lost Valley Prairie SNA1 observed

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

5/26/2026Lebanon Hills Regional Park--Jensen Lake Loop1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

25/27/2026

Wood Duck

25/27/2026

Killdeer

15/27/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/27/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/27/2026

Northern Flicker

15/27/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

45/27/2026

Alder Flycatcher

15/27/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/27/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

25/27/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

25/27/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/27/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

55/27/2026

American Crow

15/27/2026

Tree Swallow

15/27/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/27/2026

Northern House Wren

25/27/2026

Gray Catbird

25/27/2026

American Robin

85/27/2026

Cedar Waxwing

65/27/2026

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