Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows

Colorado · Rocky Mountains

Habitat
LakeWetland
Best Seasons
SummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows is a productive birding destination in Colorado, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This lake and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Killdeer, and Ring-billed Gull among many others. Elevation changes create diverse habitats, from riparian valleys to alpine meadows, supporting a wide range of species.

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

Cooper's Hawk

Astur cooperii

3/5/2026Home, Florence, Colorado, US (38.257, -105.138)1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

3/5/2026Pueblo City Park1 observed

Great Black-backed Gull

Larus marinus

3/5/2026Lake Pueblo SP--South Marina area1 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

3/5/2026Lake Pueblo SP--Valco Ponds 4-51 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

3/4/2026Lake Pueblo State Park, Pueblo US-CO 38.26945, -104.710681 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/2/2026

Killdeer

33/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

233/2/2026

Wood Duck

23/1/2026

Northern Shoveler

73/1/2026

Gadwall

143/1/2026

American Wigeon

53/1/2026

Mallard

163/1/2026

Northern Pintail

373/1/2026

Green-winged Teal

223/1/2026

Canvasback

63/1/2026

Redhead

303/1/2026

Ring-necked Duck

573/1/2026

Common Merganser

3/1/2026

Rock Pigeon

23/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

23/1/2026

American White Pelican

63/1/2026

Northern Harrier

13/1/2026

Bald Eagle

23/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/1/2026

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

    Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows?
Notable species at Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows include Canada Goose, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull, Wood Duck, Northern Shoveler. The area supports lake, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows?
Birding at Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows?
Lake Pueblo State Wildlife Area - swallows offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.