Crowley Lake

California · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Crowley Lake is a productive birding destination in California, with 222 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

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

Anna's Hummingbird

Calypte anna

3/5/2026Paradise (town)2 observed

Great Egret

Ardea alba

3/1/2026Little Alkali Lake1 observed

Western Bluebird

Sialia mexicana

3/1/2026Old Stagecoach road4 observed

White-throated Swift

Aeronautes saxatalis

2/28/2026Lower Rock Creek5 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

2/24/2026Pleasant Valley Reservoir1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Slate-colored)

Junco hyemalis

2/23/2026Paradise (town)1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (cismontanus)

Junco hyemalis

2/23/2026Paradise subdivision N2 observed

Greater Roadrunner

Geococcyx californianus

2/22/2026Paradise (town)1 observed

Lawrence's Goldfinch

Spinus lawrencei

2/20/2026Paradise (town)1 observed

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

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Crowley Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Crowley Lake for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Crowley Lake?
Notable species at Crowley Lake include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Crowley Lake?
Birding at Crowley Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Crowley Lake?
Crowley Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.