Lake birding habitat

Goose Lake State Recreation Area (Oregon)

Oregon · West

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

March-May, September-November

About This Location

Goose Lake State Recreation Area (Oregon) is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 222 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Pintail, and California Quail among many others. The diverse terrain supports both resident specialties and Pacific Flyway migrants throughout the year.

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

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

5/31/2026Lakeview Settling Ponds1 observed

Evening Grosbeak (Sierra Nevada or type 2)

Hesperiphona vespertina

5/31/2026Lakeview BBS Stop 242 observed

Yellow Rail

Coturnicops noveboracensis

5/25/2026State Line Park Rd. (CA side only)1 observed

Common Nighthawk

Chordeiles minor

5/25/2026Goose Lake State Recreation Area (Oregon)2 observed

Tricolored Blackbird

Agelaius tricolor

5/24/2026Goose Lake, Lakeview US-CA (41.9932,-120.3299)19 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

5/24/2026Goose Lake State Recreation Area (Oregon)1 observed

Hammond's Flycatcher

Empidonax hammondii

5/20/2026State Line Park Rd. (CA side only)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

36/1/2026

Cinnamon Teal

616/1/2026

Northern Shoveler

46/1/2026

Gadwall

136/1/2026

American Wigeon

26/1/2026

Mallard

256/1/2026

Northern Pintail

16/1/2026

Green-winged Teal

86/1/2026

Sora

26/1/2026

American Coot

36/1/2026

Black-necked Stilt

156/1/2026

American Avocet

136/1/2026

Killdeer

26/1/2026

Wilson's Snipe

56/1/2026

Wilson's Phalarope

256/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

16/1/2026

Forster's Tern

16/1/2026

White-faced Ibis

66/1/2026

Bald Eagle

16/1/2026

Common Raven

16/1/2026

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

    Early mornings provide the best light and bird activity along the coast.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Goose Lake State Recreation Area (Oregon) for birding?
The best months to visit Goose Lake State Recreation Area (Oregon) for birding are March-May, September-November. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Goose Lake State Recreation Area (Oregon)?
Notable species at Goose Lake State Recreation Area (Oregon) include Canada Goose, Northern Pintail, California Quail, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Sandhill Crane. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Goose Lake State Recreation Area (Oregon)?
Birding at Goose Lake State Recreation Area (Oregon) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Goose Lake State Recreation Area (Oregon)?
Goose Lake State Recreation Area (Oregon) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.