Lone tree in a field at sunset

Lorain Impoundment Lakeside Landing

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily

About This Location

Lorain Impoundment Lakeside Landing is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 292 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Greater Scaup, and Common Merganser among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse 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

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

7/15/202619350 Puritas Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio, US (41.435, -81.836)1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

7/15/2026Margaret Peak Nature Preserve1 observed

Willet (Eastern)

Tringa semipalmata

7/14/2026Lorain Impoundment Lakeside Landing5 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

7/12/2026Augusta-Anne Olsen State Nature Preserve1 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

7/11/2026Schoepfle Garden1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

7/11/2026Margaret Peak Nature Preserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

47/17/2026

Mallard

7/17/2026

American Black Duck

27/17/2026

Common Gallinule

27/17/2026

American Avocet

17/17/2026

Killdeer

87/17/2026

Semipalmated Plover

17/17/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

67/17/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

27/17/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

17/17/2026

Sanderling

17/17/2026

Least Sandpiper

7/17/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

47/17/2026

Ring-billed Gull

17/17/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

27/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

27/17/2026

Green Heron

47/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

67/17/2026

Willow Flycatcher

27/17/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/17/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  3. 3

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

  4. 4

    Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.

  5. 5

    Waterproof boots are recommended as trails near marshes can be muddy, especially after rain.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lorain Impoundment Lakeside Landing for birding?
The best months to visit Lorain Impoundment Lakeside Landing for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lorain Impoundment Lakeside Landing?
Notable species at Lorain Impoundment Lakeside Landing include Canada Goose, Greater Scaup, Common Merganser, Red-breasted Merganser, Rock Pigeon, Trumpeter Swan, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard, American Black Duck, Green-winged Teal. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lorain Impoundment Lakeside Landing?
Birding at Lorain Impoundment Lakeside Landing is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Lorain Impoundment Lakeside Landing?
There is no entrance fee at Lorain Impoundment Lakeside Landing. Hours: Open daily.
What amenities are available at Lorain Impoundment Lakeside Landing?
Lorain Impoundment Lakeside Landing offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.