Lake birding habitat

Lulu Lake Preserve

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lulu Lake Preserve is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Hooded Merganser 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

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/16/2026Prince’s Point SWA--Hwy. 1064 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

7/16/2026Prince’s Point SWA--Hwy. 1061 observed

Brewer's Blackbird

Euphagus cyanocephalus

7/16/2026Prince’s Point SWA--Hwy. 1061 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

7/15/2026Kettle Moraine SF--Ottawa Lake Recreation Area6 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

7/15/2026Minooka County Park1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

7/14/2026Lapham Peak SP--Tower Area1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

7/14/2026Swift Lake Yard & vicinity1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

7/14/2026Vernon Marsh--Inner & Outer DU Dikes/Figure 84 observed

Wilson's Snipe

Gallinago delicata

7/13/2026Vernon Marsh--Inner & Outer DU Dikes/Figure 81 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

7/12/2026Home2 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

7/12/2026Vernon Marsh--Inner & Outer DU Dikes/Figure 82 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

27/10/2026

Sandhill Crane

27/10/2026

Turkey Vulture

37/10/2026

Osprey

17/10/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/10/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/10/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/10/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

27/10/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/10/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

27/10/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/10/2026

Purple Martin

117/10/2026

Barn Swallow

77/10/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

27/10/2026

Marsh Wren

27/10/2026

American Robin

17/10/2026

Cedar Waxwing

37/10/2026

American Goldfinch

47/10/2026

Song Sparrow

27/10/2026

Swamp Sparrow

27/10/2026

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 Lulu Lake Preserve for birding?
The best months to visit Lulu Lake Preserve for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lulu Lake Preserve?
Notable species at Lulu Lake Preserve include Canada Goose, Mallard, Hooded Merganser, Sandhill Crane, Red-tailed Hawk. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lulu Lake Preserve?
Birding at Lulu Lake Preserve is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lulu Lake Preserve?
Lulu Lake Preserve offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.