Lake birding habitat

Gibson County Lake

Tennessee · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Gibson County Lake is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 250 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

5/28/2026Eaton Bottoms (Crockett County section of Middle Fork Forked Deer River bottoms, includes Tigrett WMA--TN-188 Unit)1 observed

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

5/26/2026Gibson County Lake1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/26/2026Gibson County Lake1 observed

Bell's Vireo

Vireo bellii

5/26/2026Blurton Rd (private, roadside viewing)1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/26/2026Blurton Rd (private, roadside viewing)1 observed

Willow Flycatcher

Empidonax traillii

5/24/2026Blurton Rd (private, roadside viewing)1 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

5/24/2026Blurton Rd (private, roadside viewing)1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/21/202638343, Humboldt US-TN 35.75459, -88.853111 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

5/20/2026Gibson County Lake5 observed

Laughing Gull

Leucophaeus atricilla

5/20/2026Gibson County Lake1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

5/18/20261300 Medina Middle School Rd, Medina US-TN 35.82251, -88.804661 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

25/29/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/29/2026

Great Egret

35/29/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/29/2026

Bald Eagle

25/29/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/29/2026

Belted Kingfisher

15/29/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

15/29/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/29/2026

American Crow

15/29/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/29/2026

Purple Martin

45/29/2026

Barn Swallow

45/29/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/29/2026

European Starling

25/29/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/29/2026

Eastern Bluebird

25/29/2026

American Goldfinch

45/29/2026

Eastern Towhee

15/29/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

65/29/2026

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