Lumby - Rawlings Lake

British Columbia · Canada

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Lumby - Rawlings Lake is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Gadwall 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 Trumpeter Swan Gadwall Mallard Northern Pintail

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Mountain Bluebird

Sialia currucoides

3/5/2026291 Cypress Drive, Coldstream, British Columbia, CA (50.24, -119.202)13 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

3/4/2026Vernon--Polson Park1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

3/1/2026Lumby--Rawlings Lake1 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

2/28/2026Grey canal cypress drive1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

383/5/2026

Gadwall

43/5/2026

American Wigeon

123/5/2026

Mallard

653/5/2026

Northern Pintail

223/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

83/5/2026

Redhead

183/5/2026

Ring-necked Duck

43/5/2026

Lesser Scaup

43/5/2026

Bufflehead

83/5/2026

Common Goldeneye

283/5/2026

Barrow's Goldeneye

83/5/2026

Ruddy Duck

23/5/2026

California Quail

183/5/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

23/5/2026

American Coot

183/5/2026

Killdeer

23/5/2026

Bald Eagle

13/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Northern Flicker

33/5/2026

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 Lumby - Rawlings Lake for birding?▼

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

What birds can I see at Lumby - Rawlings Lake?▼

Notable species at Lumby - Rawlings Lake include Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Gadwall, Mallard, Northern Pintail. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Lumby - Rawlings Lake?▼

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

What amenities are available at Lumby - Rawlings Lake?▼

Lumby - Rawlings Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.