Lake Kegonsa State Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lake Kegonsa State Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 222 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Sandhill Crane, Bald Eagle, and Barred Owl 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

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/6/2026Sub-Zero Pkwy ponds2 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/6/2026Tenney Park1 observed

Iceland Gull (Thayer's)

Larus glaucoides

3/5/2026McDaniel Park1 observed

Wilson's Snipe

Gallinago delicata

3/5/2026Yahara Heights County Park/Cherokee Marsh Natural Resource Area—West Trailhead1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Sandhill Crane

23/3/2026

Bald Eagle

13/3/2026

Barred Owl

13/3/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

23/3/2026

House Finch

23/3/2026

American Tree Sparrow

63/3/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

43/3/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

73/3/2026

Canada Goose

252/26/2026

Mallard

152/26/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

12/26/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/26/2026

Blue Jay

12/26/2026

American Crow

12/26/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

12/26/2026

Brown Creeper

12/26/2026

American Robin

32/26/2026

American Goldfinch

12/26/2026

Northern Cardinal

22/26/2026

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 Lake Kegonsa State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Kegonsa State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lake Kegonsa State Park?
Notable species at Lake Kegonsa State Park include Sandhill Crane, Bald Eagle, Barred Owl, Downy Woodpecker, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Kegonsa State Park?
Birding at Lake Kegonsa State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lake Kegonsa State Park?
Lake Kegonsa State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.