Lake birding habitat

Utah Lake State Park

Utah · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Utah Lake State Park is a productive birding destination in Utah, with 257 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser, and American Coot among many others. Elevation changes create diverse habitats, from riparian valleys to alpine meadows, supporting a wide range of species.

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

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

5/31/2026Powell Slough1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

5/31/2026Powell Slough3 observed

American Three-toed Woodpecker

Picoides dorsalis

5/31/2026Alpine Loop Rd.2 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

5/30/2026Rock Canyon1 observed

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

5/30/2026Springvile West Industrial Park1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

5/30/2026North Lake Road, Genola, Utah, US (40.042, -111.859)1 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

5/30/2026Inlet Park1 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

5/30/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond2 observed

Black Swift

Cypseloides niger

5/30/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond1 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

5/29/2026Northlake Park & Loch Lomond Pond1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/28/2026Skipper Bay Trail1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle)

Setophaga coronata

5/28/2026Skipper Bay Trail1 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

5/28/2026North Lake park, Lehi1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

26/1/2026

California Quail

56/1/2026

American Coot

56/1/2026

Killdeer

16/1/2026

California Gull

26/1/2026

Forster's Tern

26/1/2026

Western Kingbird

36/1/2026

Barn Swallow

46/1/2026

European Starling

76/1/2026

American Robin

46/1/2026

Song Sparrow

16/1/2026

Yellow-headed Blackbird

46/1/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

36/1/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

16/1/2026

Caspian Tern

15/30/2026

Western Grebe

35/30/2026

Clark's Grebe

15/30/2026

White-faced Ibis

205/30/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/30/2026

American White Pelican

145/30/2026

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

    Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Utah Lake State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Utah Lake State Park for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Utah Lake State Park?
Notable species at Utah Lake State Park include Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser, American Coot, Mallard, Lesser Scaup. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Utah Lake State Park?
Birding at Utah Lake State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Utah Lake State Park?
Utah Lake State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.