Coastal birding habitat

Lake Mead National Recreation Area - Boulder Beach

Nevada · Southwest

Habitat
CoastalLake
Best Seasons
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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

4/22/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve2 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

4/22/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

4/21/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve1 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

4/21/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

4/21/2026Clark County Wetlands Park--Pabco Area1 observed

American Herring Gull

Larus smithsonianus

4/21/2026Lake Mead NRA--33 Hole Overlook1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Turkey Vulture

64/21/2026

House Sparrow

24/21/2026

Gadwall

44/21/2026

Mallard

24/21/2026

Redhead

34/21/2026

Gambel's Quail

34/21/2026

American Coot

164/21/2026

American Avocet

14/21/2026

Killdeer

14/21/2026

Semipalmated Plover

14/21/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

14/21/2026

Least Sandpiper

164/21/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

24/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

144/21/2026

Forster's Tern

24/21/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

24/21/2026

White-faced Ibis

24/21/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

14/21/2026

Snowy Egret

14/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

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.