Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island

District of Columbia · Northeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
CoastalLake
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island is a productive birding destination in District of Columbia, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Black Duck among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

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

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/5/2026East Potomac Park--Hains Pt.1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/5/2026Wissioming Rd, Bethesda3 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/5/2026Fort Washington National Park1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

3/5/2026Sligo Middle School1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/5/2026Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve5 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (abieticola)

Buteo jamaicensis

3/5/2026Patuxent Research Refuge--Central Tract (Restricted Access)1 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

3/4/2026Konterra Drive fields and ponds (private property, restricted access)2 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/4/2026Patuxent Research Refuge--Central Tract (Restricted Access)5 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

3/4/2026East Potomac Park--Hains Pt.1 observed

Red-flanked Bluetail

Tarsiger cyanurus

3/4/2026Great Falls Park1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/4/2026Belle Haven Park--North Parking Area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

93/5/2026

Mallard

53/5/2026

Common Merganser

33/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

63/5/2026

Bald Eagle

13/5/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/5/2026

American Crow

13/5/2026

American Robin

23/5/2026

White-throated Sparrow

23/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

413/5/2026

American Black Duck

13/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

23/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

33/5/2026

Northern Flicker

13/5/2026

Fish Crow

63/5/2026

Carolina Wren

23/5/2026

Song Sparrow

73/5/2026

Common Grackle

33/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

33/5/2026

Wood Duck

43/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island for birding?
The best months to visit Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island?
Notable species at Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island include Canada Goose, Mallard, American Black Duck, Common Merganser, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island?
Birding at Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island?
Kingman Island South - Kingman Lake/Heritage Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.