Lake Mead National Recreation Area - Boulder Beach

Nevada · Southwest

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Habitat

CoastalLake

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Lake Mead National Recreation Area - Boulder Beach is a productive birding destination in Nevada, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts Mallard, Redhead, and Bufflehead among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Mallard Redhead Bufflehead American Coot Common Raven

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

6/18/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve2 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

6/16/2026Lake Mead NRA--Hoover Dam (AZ)3 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

6/16/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve1 observed

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus americanus

6/15/202689005, Boulder City US-NV 35.93922, -114.824771 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

6/13/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

6/8/2026Lake Mead NRA--Willow Beach5 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

6/8/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve1 observed

Townsend's Warbler

Setophaga townsendi

6/8/2026Backyard Oasis1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

6/7/2026Sunset Park1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

6/6/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve1 observed

Sage Thrasher

Oreoscoptes montanus

6/6/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve3 observed

Common Black Hawk

Buteogallus anthracinus

6/6/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

16/12/2026

Long-billed Curlew

16/12/2026

California Gull

66/12/2026

Turkey Vulture

26/12/2026

Horned Lark

16/12/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

26/12/2026

Birding Tips

1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Mead National Recreation Area - Boulder Beach for birding?▼

The best months to visit Lake Mead National Recreation Area - Boulder Beach for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Lake Mead National Recreation Area - Boulder Beach?▼

Notable species at Lake Mead National Recreation Area - Boulder Beach include Mallard, Redhead, Bufflehead, American Coot, Common Raven. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Lake Mead National Recreation Area - Boulder Beach?▼

Birding at Lake Mead National Recreation Area - Boulder Beach is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Lake Mead National Recreation Area - Boulder Beach?▼

Lake Mead National Recreation Area - Boulder Beach offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.