Eagle Lake Refuge

Tennessee · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Eagle Lake Refuge is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Wood Duck, Blue-winged Teal, and Northern Shoveler among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

3/6/2026Robco Lake/Coro Lake1 observed

Harris's Sparrow

Zonotrichia querula

3/4/2026Ag Fields along Smythe Farm Road East of Raptor Center1 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

3/4/2026Shelby Farms Park--Gardner Rd. Gardens1 observed

American Tree Sparrow

Spizelloides arborea

3/4/2026Shelby Farms Park--Gardner Rd. Gardens1 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

3/1/2026Rivergate Road2 observed

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

3/1/2026Rivergate Road3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

23/1/2026

Blue-winged Teal

23/1/2026

Northern Shoveler

1603/1/2026

Gadwall

1103/1/2026

American Wigeon

233/1/2026

Mallard

43/1/2026

Northern Pintail

53/1/2026

Green-winged Teal

603/1/2026

Ring-necked Duck

43/1/2026

Lesser Scaup

13/1/2026

Bufflehead

33/1/2026

Common Goldeneye

43/1/2026

Hooded Merganser

33/1/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

23/1/2026

American Coot

243/1/2026

Killdeer

23/1/2026

Wilson's Snipe

13/1/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/1/2026

American White Pelican

1733/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

33/1/2026

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

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

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