Siloam Springs City Lake Park

Arkansas · Southeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Siloam Springs City Lake Park is a productive birding destination in Arkansas, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Ring-billed Gull, and Double-crested Cormorant among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

2/25/2026Chesney Prairie Natural Area1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (Krider's)

Buteo jamaicensis

2/21/2026Leonard Ranch Rd1 observed

Western Meadowlark

Sturnella neglecta

2/21/2026Austin Rd from School House Rd to the Oklahoma border2 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

2/20/2026Yard1 observed

Recent Observations

Canada Goose

Siloam Springs City Lake Park

3/2/2026

1 birds

Ring-billed Gull

Siloam Springs City Lake Park

3/2/2026

13 birds

Double-crested Cormorant

Siloam Springs City Lake Park

3/2/2026

25 birds

Bald Eagle

Siloam Springs City Lake Park

3/2/2026

1 birds

Red-shouldered Hawk

Siloam Springs City Lake Park

3/2/2026

1 birds

Downy Woodpecker

Siloam Springs City Lake Park

3/2/2026

2 birds

Blue Jay

Siloam Springs City Lake Park

3/2/2026

1 birds

Fish Crow

Siloam Springs City Lake Park

3/2/2026

1 birds

Tufted Titmouse

Siloam Springs City Lake Park

3/2/2026

1 birds

American Goldfinch

Siloam Springs City Lake Park

3/2/2026

2 birds

Song Sparrow

Siloam Springs City Lake Park

3/2/2026

2 birds

Northern Cardinal

Siloam Springs City Lake Park

3/2/2026

1 birds

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

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Siloam Springs City Lake Park for birding?
The best months to visit Siloam Springs City Lake Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Siloam Springs City Lake Park?
Notable species at Siloam Springs City Lake Park include Canada Goose, Ring-billed Gull, Double-crested Cormorant, Bald Eagle, Red-shouldered Hawk. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Siloam Springs City Lake Park?
Birding at Siloam Springs City Lake Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Siloam Springs City Lake Park?
Siloam Springs City Lake Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.