Lake birding habitat

Mirror Lake State Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Mirror Lake State Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 221 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Red-bellied Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, and Pileated 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

4/18/2026Highway 23 Boat Launch, S2239A Wisconsin 23, Reedsburg, Wisconsin, US (43.564, -89.838)1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

4/18/2026Baxter's Hollow SNA1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

4/18/2026Baxter's Hollow SNA3 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

4/17/2026Leopald Waterfowl Production Area1 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

4/17/2026Devils Lake SP1 observed

Brewer's Blackbird

Euphagus cyanocephalus

4/16/2026Shady Lane3 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

4/14/2026Luck Road, Prairie du Sac, WI1 observed

Northern Saw-whet Owl

Aegolius acadicus

4/14/2026Ochsner Park and Zoo1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/14/2026The Quiet Woods1 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

4/13/2026Baxter's Hollow SNA1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

4/13/2026Devils Lake SP1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

4/9/2026Aldo Leopold Legacy Center1 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

4/7/2026Baxter's Hollow SNA1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

4/6/2026Devils Lake SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Bittern

14/15/2026

Canada Goose

44/11/2026

Wood Duck

54/11/2026

Mallard

14/11/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

14/11/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/11/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/11/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

24/11/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

24/11/2026

Blue Jay

24/11/2026

American Crow

14/11/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

64/11/2026

Tufted Titmouse

24/11/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

34/11/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

44/11/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

24/11/2026

Brown Creeper

34/11/2026

Hermit Thrush

14/11/2026

American Robin

64/11/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

84/11/2026

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 Mirror Lake State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Mirror Lake State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Mirror Lake State Park?
Notable species at Mirror Lake State Park include Red-bellied Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, Blue Jay, American Crow. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mirror Lake State Park?
Birding at Mirror Lake State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Mirror Lake State Park?
Mirror Lake State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.