Prairie Springs Park/Lake Andrea

Wisconsin · Midwest

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Habitat

LakeGrasslandUrban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Prairie Springs Park/Lake Andrea is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This lake and grassland habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Mallard 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

Cackling Goose Canada Goose Mallard Canvasback Redhead

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

7/15/2026Richard Bong SRA--Observation Tower5 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

7/15/2026Richard Bong SRA--Red Trail1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

7/15/2026Richard Bong SRA--Red Trail1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

7/14/2026Hosah Park1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

7/14/2026Saddle Hill Rd, Green Oaks, Libertyville2 observed

Bell's Vireo

Vireo bellii

7/13/2026Illinois Beach SP (North Unit)--general1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

7/11/2026North Point Marina--south end1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

7/11/20264 Mile Rd.-Private Residence1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

107/4/2026

Mourning Dove

37/4/2026

Killdeer

27/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

107/4/2026

Great Egret

17/4/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/4/2026

Gray Catbird

17/4/2026

American Robin

207/4/2026

House Sparrow

127/4/2026

American Goldfinch

87/4/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

507/4/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

47/4/2026

Caspian Tern

17/3/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/3/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

27/3/2026

Cedar Waxwing

27/3/2026

European Goldfinch

27/3/2026

Chipping Sparrow

27/3/2026

Common Yellowthroat

17/3/2026

Rock Pigeon

37/3/2026

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

Restrooms

Trails

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Prairie Springs Park/Lake Andrea for birding?▼

The best months to visit Prairie Springs Park/Lake Andrea for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Prairie Springs Park/Lake Andrea?▼

Notable species at Prairie Springs Park/Lake Andrea include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Mallard, Canvasback, Redhead. The area supports lake, grassland, urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Prairie Springs Park/Lake Andrea?▼

Birding at Prairie Springs Park/Lake Andrea is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Prairie Springs Park/Lake Andrea?▼

Prairie Springs Park/Lake Andrea offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.