Lake Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lake Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 273 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Bufflehead, and Red-winged Blackbird 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

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/4/2026Northridge Lake1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/2/2026Frame Park1 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

3/1/2026Breakwall at McKinley and Veterans Park1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

3/1/2026Estabrook Park1 observed

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

2/22/2026Estabrook Park1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

2/21/202676th and Oakwood2 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

2/21/202676th and Oakwood1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

2/21/20266835–7517 W Oakwood Rd, Franklin US-WI 42.85785, -88.006001 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

2/21/20266835–7517 W Oakwood Rd, Franklin US-WI 42.85785, -88.006002 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/4/2026

Bufflehead

43/4/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

13/4/2026

Mallard

652/28/2026

Greater Scaup

452/28/2026

White-winged Scoter

162/28/2026

Long-tailed Duck

72/28/2026

Common Goldeneye

502/28/2026

Common Merganser

152/28/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

402/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

1502/28/2026

American Herring Gull

152/28/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

12/28/2026

Downy Woodpecker

42/28/2026

Blue Jay

32/28/2026

American Crow

42/28/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

42/28/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

22/28/2026

European Starling

152/28/2026

American Robin

62/28/2026

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 Park for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lake Park?
Notable species at Lake Park include Canada Goose, Bufflehead, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Greater Scaup. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Park?
Birding at Lake Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lake Park?
Lake Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.