Spring Lake Park Reserve - Schaar's Bluff

Minnesota · Midwest

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Habitat

LakeUrban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Spring Lake Park Reserve - Schaar's Bluff is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Gadwall 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

Canada Goose Trumpeter Swan Gadwall Mallard Common Goldeneye

Live Bird Data

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

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

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

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

5/26/202611211 60th St N, Lake Elmo US-MN 45.03300, -92.880201 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

305/31/2026

Mallard

45/31/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

35/31/2026

Mourning Dove

25/31/2026

Chimney Swift

15/31/2026

Killdeer

15/31/2026

American White Pelican

405/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/31/2026

Cooper's Hawk

15/31/2026

Bald Eagle

15/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/31/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Northern Flicker

15/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

25/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

35/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/31/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

25/31/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

45/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

25/31/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Spring Lake Park Reserve - Schaar's Bluff for birding?▼

The best months to visit Spring Lake Park Reserve - Schaar's Bluff for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Spring Lake Park Reserve - Schaar's Bluff?▼

Notable species at Spring Lake Park Reserve - Schaar's Bluff include Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Gadwall, Mallard, Common Goldeneye. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Spring Lake Park Reserve - Schaar's Bluff?▼

Birding at Spring Lake Park Reserve - Schaar's Bluff 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 - Schaar's Bluff?▼

Spring Lake Park Reserve - Schaar's Bluff offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.