Lake birding habitat

Glen Lake Rotary Park

Montana · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Glen Lake Rotary Park is a productive birding destination in Montana, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Eurasian Collared-Dove 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

Bewick's Wren

Thryomanes bewickii

7/18/2026Mount Ellis North Flank1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

7/15/2026Bigelow road (private)1 observed

Pacific Wren

Troglodytes pacificus

7/11/2026East Fork Hyalite Trail, Livingston US-MT 45.45086, -110.911151 observed

Flammulated Owl

Psiloscops flammeolus

7/9/2026Hyalite Reservoir1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

House Sparrow

17/19/2026

Osprey

37/19/2026

Mallard

17/16/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/16/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/16/2026

Black-billed Magpie

17/16/2026

European Starling

17/16/2026

Gray Catbird

17/16/2026

American Robin

17/16/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/16/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

17/16/2026

American White Pelican

87/13/2026

Caspian Tern

17/13/2026

Mourning Dove

27/13/2026

Northern Flicker

37/13/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

47/13/2026

Willow Flycatcher

17/13/2026

Least Flycatcher

47/13/2026

Dusky Flycatcher

17/13/2026

Western Warbling Vireo

37/13/2026

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Glen Lake Rotary Park for birding?
The best months to visit Glen Lake Rotary Park for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Glen Lake Rotary Park?
Notable species at Glen Lake Rotary Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Downy Woodpecker, Northern Flicker. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Glen Lake Rotary Park?
Birding at Glen Lake Rotary Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Glen Lake Rotary Park?
Glen Lake Rotary Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.