Lake birding habitat

Lake Selmac

Oregon · West

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

March-May, September-November

About This Location

Lake Selmac is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Green-winged Teal, and Ring-necked Duck 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

Western Flycatcher

Empidonax difficilis

4/10/2026Provolt Recreation Site (Josephine Co.)1 observed

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

4/10/2026Eight Dollar Mountain Botanical Wayside1 observed

MacGillivray's Warbler

Geothlypis tolmiei

4/9/2026Lake Selmac1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

4/9/2026Lake Selmac1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

4/7/2026SE Portola Walk2 observed

Hammond's Flycatcher

Empidonax hammondii

4/7/2026Wildlife Images Rehabilitation and Education Center1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/5/202614615 Water Gap Rd, Williams US-OR (42.2719,-123.2690)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

164/9/2026

Wood Duck

44/9/2026

Mallard

14/9/2026

Ring-necked Duck

124/9/2026

Common Merganser

24/9/2026

California Quail

14/9/2026

Wild Turkey

24/9/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

14/9/2026

Killdeer

24/9/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

14/9/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/9/2026

Great Blue Heron

24/9/2026

Turkey Vulture

84/9/2026

Osprey

14/9/2026

Red-breasted Sapsucker

24/9/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

24/9/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/9/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

24/9/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

14/9/2026

Northern Flicker

14/9/2026

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 Lake Selmac for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Selmac for birding are March-May, September-November. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lake Selmac?
Notable species at Lake Selmac include Canada Goose, Green-winged Teal, Ring-necked Duck, Bufflehead, Common Merganser. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Selmac?
Birding at Lake Selmac is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Selmac?
Lake Selmac offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.