Lake birding habitat

Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, and Tundra Swan among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse 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

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

6/2/2026Lake Mills SWA--Zeloski Marsh2 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

6/2/2026UW Lakeshore Nature Preserve--Picnic Point1 observed

Bell's Vireo

Vireo bellii

6/2/2026Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park--South Unit1 observed

Brown Creeper

Certhia americana

6/2/2026UW Lakeshore Nature Preserve--Picnic Point1 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

6/2/20266195 Purcell Rd, Oregon US-WI 42.94309, -89.475811 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

6/2/2026Lakeshore Nature Preserve, Madison US-WI (43.0768,-89.4094)1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

6/2/2026UW Madison Arboretum (general)1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/2/2026UW Madison Arboretum (general)1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

6/2/2026UW Madison Arboretum (general)1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

6/2/2026UW Madison Arboretum (general)1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

6/2/2026UW Madison Arboretum (general)1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

6/2/2026UW Lakeshore Nature Preserve--Picnic Point2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Purple Martin

6/1/2026

Barn Swallow

6/1/2026

American Robin

6/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

6/1/2026

Mourning Dove

15/31/2026

American White Pelican

215/31/2026

Osprey

15/31/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Cliff Swallow

105/31/2026

European Starling

25/31/2026

Gray Catbird

15/31/2026

Song Sparrow

15/31/2026

Common Grackle

15/31/2026

Common Yellowthroat

15/31/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/31/2026

Canada Goose

185/25/2026

Wood Duck

25/25/2026

Mallard

25/25/2026

Wild Turkey

15/25/2026

Sandhill Crane

25/25/2026

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

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa for birding?
The best months to visit Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa?
Notable species at Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa include Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa?
Birding at Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa?
Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.