Lake birding habitat

Freezout Lake Wildlife Management Area

Montana · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
LakeWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Freezout Lake Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Montana, with 246 species recorded on eBird. This lake and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Elevation changes create diverse habitats, from riparian valleys to alpine meadows, supporting a wide range of 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

American Herring Gull

Larus smithsonianus

7/16/202659436, Fairfield US-MT 47.64890, -112.017351 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

7/16/202659436, Fairfield US-MT 47.64890, -112.017351 observed

Tundra Swan

Cygnus columbianus

7/13/202659436, Fairfield US-MT 47.68484, -112.046991 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

47/19/2026

Ruddy Duck

97/19/2026

Sora

17/19/2026

Killdeer

17/19/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/19/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/19/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/19/2026

Marsh Wren

37/19/2026

Yellow-headed Blackbird

17/19/2026

Western Meadowlark

27/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

387/19/2026

Common Yellowthroat

17/19/2026

Trumpeter Swan

17/19/2026

American Coot

27/19/2026

Western Grebe

17/19/2026

Canada Goose

317/19/2026

Mourning Dove

17/19/2026

Black-necked Stilt

37/19/2026

American Avocet

17/19/2026

Red-necked Grebe

17/19/2026

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

    Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Freezout Lake Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Freezout Lake Wildlife Management Area for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Freezout Lake Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Freezout Lake Wildlife Management Area include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Freezout Lake Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Freezout Lake Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Freezout Lake Wildlife Management Area?
Freezout Lake Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.