Lake birding habitat

Wenas Lake

Washington · Pacific Northwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Wenas Lake is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Coastal and forest habitats support impressive year-round resident species and seasonal migrants.

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

Bushtit (Pacific)

Psaltriparus minimus

4/16/2026Yakima River Canyon Paved Nature Trail2 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/13/2026Selah Cliffs Nature Area Preserve1 observed

Gray Flycatcher

Empidonax wrightii

4/13/2026BBQ Flats1 observed

Hammond's Flycatcher

Empidonax hammondii

4/11/2026Bluebell Creek1 observed

Red Crossbill (Douglas-fir or type 4)

Loxia curvirostra

4/11/2026North Wenas Road10 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

4/11/2026Umptanum Road (Kittitas Co.)3 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/7/2026Umptanum Road (Kittitas Co.)1 observed

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

4/7/2026Umptanum Road (Kittitas Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

24/11/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

14/11/2026

Bald Eagle

14/11/2026

Common Raven

24/11/2026

American Goldfinch

64/11/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

34/11/2026

Golden-crowned Sparrow

24/11/2026

Song Sparrow

14/11/2026

Lincoln's Sparrow

14/11/2026

Spotted Towhee

14/11/2026

Western Meadowlark

44/11/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

54/11/2026

Canada Goose

24/5/2026

California Quail

44/5/2026

Mourning Dove

24/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

14/5/2026

Bushtit

14/5/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/5/2026

Pacific Wren

14/5/2026

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

    Pack rain gear — the best birding often coincides with drizzly conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Wenas Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Wenas Lake for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Wenas Lake?
Notable species at Wenas Lake include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Wenas Lake?
Birding at Wenas Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Wenas Lake?
Wenas Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.