Lake birding habitat

Mud Lake, Ozaukee County

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Mud Lake, Ozaukee County is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 209 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Bald Eagle, and American Robin 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

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

5/31/20267820 N Fairchild Rd, Fox Point US-WI 43.15835, -87.907691 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

5/31/2026Home2 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

5/31/2026Haskell Noyes Memorial Forest1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/31/2026Kettle Morraine State Forest- Haushalter rd1 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

5/30/2026Forest View Grasslands1 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

5/30/2026Riveredge Nature Center - West1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

5/29/2026Craven Nature Nook (Home)1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

5/29/2026UW-Milwaukee Field Station--Upland Woods Area (restricted access)1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

5/28/2026Hwy B-south of Hwy K / north of Jay Rd.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Marsh Wren

45/31/2026

Canada Goose

35/31/2026

Wood Duck

15/31/2026

Mourning Dove

25/31/2026

Virginia Rail

15/31/2026

Sandhill Crane

35/31/2026

Least Bittern

15/31/2026

Osprey

15/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/31/2026

Willow Flycatcher

25/31/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/31/2026

Tree Swallow

115/31/2026

Barn Swallow

25/31/2026

Northern House Wren

15/31/2026

Veery

15/31/2026

Song Sparrow

35/31/2026

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 Mud Lake, Ozaukee County for birding?
The best months to visit Mud Lake, Ozaukee County for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Mud Lake, Ozaukee County?
Notable species at Mud Lake, Ozaukee County include Mourning Dove, Bald Eagle, American Robin, American Tree Sparrow, Red-winged Blackbird. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mud Lake, Ozaukee County?
Birding at Mud Lake, Ozaukee County is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Mud Lake, Ozaukee County?
Mud Lake, Ozaukee County offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.