Lake birding habitat

Mohawk Park - Lake Yahola

Oklahoma · Southwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Mohawk Park - Lake Yahola is a productive birding destination in Oklahoma, with 262 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, and American Wigeon 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

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

8/17/20261429 W Plymouth St, Broken Arrow US-OK 36.09120, -95.802421 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

8/17/2026Lake Yahola--Monument Point2 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

8/8/2026614 W 37th St, Sand Springs US-OK 36.10964, -96.133002 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

8/8/2026Mohawk Park--North Woods Unit1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

8/7/2026Neighborhood Route2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

48/19/2026

Mourning Dove

48/19/2026

Carolina Wren

18/19/2026

European Starling

48/19/2026

American Robin

18/19/2026

House Sparrow

48/19/2026

Common Grackle

28/19/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

8/19/2026

Killdeer

108/19/2026

Great Egret

58/19/2026

Mississippi Kite

18/19/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

8/19/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

8/19/2026

Eastern Phoebe

18/19/2026

Eastern Kingbird

18/19/2026

American Crow

8/19/2026

Tufted Titmouse

68/19/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

8/19/2026

Indigo Bunting

8/19/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

18/18/2026

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 Mohawk Park - Lake Yahola for birding?
The best months to visit Mohawk Park - Lake Yahola for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Mohawk Park - Lake Yahola?
Notable species at Mohawk Park - Lake Yahola include Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mohawk Park - Lake Yahola?
Birding at Mohawk Park - Lake Yahola is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Mohawk Park - Lake Yahola?
Mohawk Park - Lake Yahola offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.