Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Northern Bobwhite, Mourning Dove, and Turkey Vulture among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

3/6/2026GRU Power Station2 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/6/202628th Yard1 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

3/6/2026Kenwood Neighborhood1 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

3/6/2026Ocala Wetland Recharge Park2 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

3/6/2026World Equestrian Center1 observed

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

Tyrannus forficatus

3/6/2026Ocala International Airport1 observed

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

3/6/20263101 SW First Way, Gainesville US-FL 29.62464, -82.326321 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

3/5/2026Orange Lake61 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

3/4/2026Paynes Prairie Preserve SP--US-441 observation deck1 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

3/4/2026Newnans Lake--Earl P. Powers Park1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/4/2026RF (NO PUBLIC ACCESS)2 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

3/4/2026Sweetwater Wetlands Park2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Bobwhite

13/5/2026

Mourning Dove

23/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

303/5/2026

Osprey

33/5/2026

Bald Eagle

33/5/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

23/5/2026

Barred Owl

13/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

23/5/2026

American Kestrel

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

23/5/2026

American Crow

33/5/2026

Fish Crow

13/5/2026

Purple Martin

103/5/2026

Northern Mockingbird

23/5/2026

Savannah Sparrow

13/5/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

13/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

33/5/2026

Sandhill Crane

22/21/2026

Tree Swallow

22/21/2026

Carolina Wren

12/21/2026

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

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook for birding?
The best months to visit Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook?
Notable species at Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook include Northern Bobwhite, Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, Osprey, Bald Eagle. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook?
Birding at Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook?
Marjorie A. Hoy Memorial Park at Orange Lake Overlook offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.