Lake Herrick

Georgia · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake Herrick is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Killdeer 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

Loggerhead Shrike

Lanius ludovicianus

3/6/2026Morton Rd.1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

3/6/2026Private - Greenwood Court, Athens GA1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

3/6/2026stakeout Hooded Oriole (Private Residence), Athens (2026)1 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

3/6/2026( Five Points jelly emporium )1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

3/5/2026Sandy Creek Park1 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

3/4/2026Oconee NF--Oconee River Campground1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/4/2026Sandy Creek Park1 observed

Osprey (American)

Pandion haliaetus

3/4/2026Morton Rd.1 observed

King Rail

Rallus elegans

3/2/2026Ward Rd.1 observed

Chimney Swift

Chaetura pelagica

3/1/2026Sunset Creek (Private Residence)1 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

3/1/2026Riverbend Pkwy (Private)1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/1/20261201–1291 Savage Rd, Bogart US-GA 33.98179, -83.517081 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/6/2026

Mourning Dove

13/6/2026

Killdeer

13/6/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/6/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/6/2026

Eastern Phoebe

43/6/2026

Blue Jay

23/6/2026

American Crow

23/6/2026

Carolina Chickadee

43/6/2026

Carolina Wren

23/6/2026

Gray Catbird

13/6/2026

Brown Thrasher

13/6/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/6/2026

Purple Finch

13/6/2026

Chipping Sparrow

53/6/2026

Eastern Towhee

33/6/2026

Pine Warbler

43/6/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

13/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

203/4/2026

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 Lake Herrick for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Herrick for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lake Herrick?
Notable species at Lake Herrick include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Pied-billed Grebe, Turkey Vulture. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Herrick?
Birding at Lake Herrick is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Herrick?
Lake Herrick offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.