Kelowna - Robert Lake

British Columbia · Canada

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Kelowna - Robert Lake is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Bufflehead among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Mallard Bufflehead Killdeer Northern Harrier

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

3/3/2026Kelowna--Robert Lake2 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/1/2026Dee Lake Road2 observed

Chukar

Alectoris chukar

2/23/2026Kelowna--Johns Family Regional Park1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

2/23/2026Kelowna--Munson Pond1 observed

Rock Wren

Salpinctes obsoletus

2/21/2026834 Churchill Crt, Kelowna CA-BC 49.89994, -119.473071 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

603/3/2026

Mallard

143/3/2026

Bufflehead

43/3/2026

Killdeer

23/3/2026

Northern Harrier

13/3/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

13/3/2026

Barrow's Goldeneye

23/1/2026

Ruddy Duck

83/1/2026

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
Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

More in British Columbia

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Beatton Provincial Park

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Becher's Prairie & Lakes North of Hwy 20

Grassland birding hotspot in British Columbia with 207 recorded species.

Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Kelowna - Robert Lake for birding?▼

The best months to visit Kelowna - Robert Lake for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Kelowna - Robert Lake?▼

Notable species at Kelowna - Robert Lake include Canada Goose, Mallard, Bufflehead, Killdeer, Northern Harrier. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Kelowna - Robert Lake?▼

Birding at Kelowna - Robert Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Kelowna - Robert Lake?▼

Kelowna - Robert Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.