Lake birding habitat

Lake Overholser

Oklahoma · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Lake Overholser is a productive birding destination in Oklahoma, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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

Red-tailed Hawk (Krider's)

Buteo jamaicensis

4/20/20268269–8985 S Portland Ave, Oklahoma City US-OK 35.37727, -97.577921 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

4/20/2026Myriad Botanical Gardens1 observed

Ovenbird

Seiurus aurocapilla

4/20/2026Myriad Botanical Gardens1 observed

Buff-breasted Sandpiper

Calidris subruficollis

4/20/20268122–8274 E Britton Rd, Oklahoma City US-OK 35.56558, -97.3842315 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

4/19/2026Lake Hefner2 observed

Painted Bunting

Passerina ciris

4/19/2026Mays Home1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/19/2026Arcadia Lake--Carl Reherman Park1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

4/19/2026bridge trail1 observed

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

4/18/2026Lake Hefner--Lakeshore Park/Prairie Dog Point1 observed

Song Sparrow

Melospiza melodia

4/17/2026Myriad Botanical Gardens3 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

4/17/2026Stinchcomb Wildlife Refuge--Gate 11 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Crow

14/20/2026

House Sparrow

14/20/2026

House Finch

14/20/2026

Mallard

44/20/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

14/20/2026

Franklin's Gull

24/20/2026

Ring-billed Gull

754/20/2026

Forster's Tern

94/20/2026

Eastern Kingbird

14/20/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

24/20/2026

Yellow-headed Blackbird

14/20/2026

Canada Goose

64/20/2026

American Coot

104/20/2026

Baird's Sandpiper

64/20/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

14/20/2026

Osprey

14/20/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/20/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/20/2026

Western Kingbird

14/20/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

14/20/2026

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Overholser for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Overholser for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Lake Overholser?
Notable species at Lake Overholser include Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mallard, Redhead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Overholser?
Birding at Lake Overholser is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Overholser?
Lake Overholser offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.