Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 213 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Northern Bobwhite, Wild Turkey, and Common Ground Dove 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

LeConte's Sparrow

Ammospiza leconteii

3/6/2026Yeehaw Junction Area1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

3/5/2026Lake Marian Boat Ramp1 observed

Florida Scrub-Jay

Aphelocoma coerulescens

3/1/20262002-2382 South Kenansville Road, Florida, US (27.834, -80.965)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Bobwhite

53/3/2026

Wild Turkey

43/3/2026

Common Ground Dove

63/3/2026

Mourning Dove

43/3/2026

Eastern Whip-poor-will

23/3/2026

Limpkin

13/3/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

13/3/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

23/3/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/3/2026

Black Vulture

13/3/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

23/3/2026

Burrowing Owl

33/3/2026

Barred Owl

13/3/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/3/2026

American Crow

23/3/2026

Northern House Wren

13/3/2026

Sedge Wren

23/3/2026

Cedar Waxwing

63/3/2026

Bachman's Sparrow

43/3/2026

Grasshopper Sparrow

23/3/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit for birding?
The best months to visit Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit?
Notable species at Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit include Northern Bobwhite, Wild Turkey, Common Ground Dove, Mourning Dove, Eastern Whip-poor-will. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit?
Birding at Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit?
Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area - Highway 60 unit offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.