Lake Koshkonong - Vinnie HaHa Road/boat launch

Wisconsin · Midwest

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lake Koshkonong - Vinnie HaHa Road/boat launch is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Mourning Dove, American Herring Gull, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

Mourning Dove American Herring Gull Red-bellied Woodpecker Downy Woodpecker Blue Jay

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Brewer's Blackbird

Euphagus cyanocephalus

7/21/2026Stroupe Rd./Marshall Rd Sod and Ponds (Jefferson Co.)30 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

7/21/2026Prince’s Point SWA--Hwy. 1062 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

7/20/2026Kettle Moraine SF--Young Rd Pine Plantation (Jefferson Co)1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

7/19/2026W2445–W2601 WIS-59, Whitewater US-WI 42.85924, -88.660342 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/19/2026Prince’s Point SWA--Hwy. 1062 observed

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

7/19/2026Prince’s Point SWA--Hwy. 1061 observed

Eurasian Tree Sparrow

Passer montanus

7/18/20264646 North Tarrant Road, Milton, Wisconsin, US (42.738, -88.896)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

407/19/2026

Mourning Dove

27/19/2026

Killdeer

67/19/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

57/19/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

17/19/2026

Least Sandpiper

47/19/2026

Black Tern

157/19/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

27/19/2026

American White Pelican

307/19/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/19/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/19/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/19/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/19/2026

Blue Jay

17/19/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/19/2026

Bank Swallow

57/19/2026

Tree Swallow

507/19/2026

Purple Martin

57/19/2026

Barn Swallow

507/19/2026

Northern House Wren

27/19/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Koshkonong - Vinnie HaHa Road/boat launch for birding?▼

The best months to visit Lake Koshkonong - Vinnie HaHa Road/boat launch for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Lake Koshkonong - Vinnie HaHa Road/boat launch?▼

Notable species at Lake Koshkonong - Vinnie HaHa Road/boat launch include Mourning Dove, American Herring Gull, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Blue Jay. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Lake Koshkonong - Vinnie HaHa Road/boat launch?▼

Birding at Lake Koshkonong - Vinnie HaHa Road/boat launch is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Lake Koshkonong - Vinnie HaHa Road/boat launch?▼

Lake Koshkonong - Vinnie HaHa Road/boat launch offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.