Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook

California · Southwest

Habitat
LakeWetland
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook is a productive birding destination in California, with 213 species recorded on eBird. This lake and wetland habitat attracts Canvasback, Bufflehead, and American Coot 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

Northern Shrike

Lanius borealis

3/5/2026Lake Tolowa Mouth1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

3/4/2026Crescent City Airport1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

3/3/2026Smith River Bottoms--Pala Rd.1 observed

Horned Lark

Eremophila alpestris

3/2/2026Lake Tolowa Mouth3 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

2/27/2026Smith River Bottoms--Pala RD1 observed

Bullock's Oriole

Icterus bullockii

2/26/2026Brookings Neighborhoods near Library1 observed

Ring-necked Pheasant

Phasianus colchicus

2/25/2026Lake Earl Wildlife Area--Old Mill Rd.1 observed

Vega Gull

Larus vegae

2/24/2026Crescent City Harbor--B Street pier and jetty1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canvasback

2002/24/2026

Bufflehead

1502/24/2026

American Coot

82/24/2026

Western Gull

12/24/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

102/24/2026

Great Blue Heron

12/24/2026

Northern Harrier

12/24/2026

American Crow

212/24/2026

American Robin

142/24/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

252/24/2026

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 Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook?
Notable species at Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook include Canvasback, Bufflehead, American Coot, Western Gull, Pied-billed Grebe. The area supports lake, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook?
Birding at Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook?
Lake Earl Wildlife Area - Lakeview Dr. overlook offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.