Lake birding habitat

Jordan Lake - Farrington Point Rd Causeway

North Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Jordan Lake - Farrington Point Rd Causeway is a productive birding destination in North Carolina, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Double-crested Cormorant, Turkey Vulture, and Osprey among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

5/28/2026Lake Crabtree Nature Trail--Southport Entrance1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/28/2026Brumley Forest North3 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/27/2026Jordan Game Land--New Hope Creek (Chatham Co. Seasonal Mudflats)2 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

5/27/2026Crabtree Creek Watershed1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-eyed Vireo

15/28/2026

Carolina Chickadee

15/28/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/28/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/28/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/28/2026

Carolina Wren

25/28/2026

Pine Warbler

25/28/2026

Wood Duck

55/27/2026

Mallard

85/27/2026

Mourning Dove

15/27/2026

Chimney Swift

25/27/2026

Killdeer

155/27/2026

Semipalmated Plover

45/27/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

245/27/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

55/27/2026

Osprey

35/27/2026

Bald Eagle

55/27/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/27/2026

Northern Flicker

15/27/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

25/27/2026

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

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Jordan Lake - Farrington Point Rd Causeway for birding?
The best months to visit Jordan Lake - Farrington Point Rd Causeway for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Jordan Lake - Farrington Point Rd Causeway?
Notable species at Jordan Lake - Farrington Point Rd Causeway include Double-crested Cormorant, Turkey Vulture, Osprey, Mallard, Lesser Scaup. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Jordan Lake - Farrington Point Rd Causeway?
Birding at Jordan Lake - Farrington Point Rd Causeway is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Jordan Lake - Farrington Point Rd Causeway?
Jordan Lake - Farrington Point Rd Causeway offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.