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Mann Lake

Idaho · Rocky Mountains

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

SummerFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

June-October

About This Location

Mann Lake is a productive birding destination in Idaho, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Eurasian Wigeon, American Wigeon, and Mallard 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

Eurasian Wigeon American Wigeon Mallard Northern Pintail Green-winged Teal

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Tundra Swan

Cygnus columbianus

3/4/2026Snake River250 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

3/1/2026Mann Lake4 observed

Violet-green Swallow

Tachycineta thalassina

2/28/2026Nez Perce National Historical Park, Spalding US-ID 46.44967, -116.8167016 observed

Violet-green Swallow

Tachycineta thalassina

2/28/2026Nez Perce National Historical Park--Spalding Site26 observed

Violet-green Swallow

Tachycineta thalassina

2/28/2026Nez Perce National Historical Park--Spalding Site26 observed

Violet-green Swallow

Tachycineta thalassina

2/28/2026Nez Perce National Historical Park--Spalding Site25 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

2/27/2026McGary Grade Home2 observed

Anna's Hummingbird

Calypte anna

2/27/2026Swallows Park1 observed

Anna's Hummingbird

Calypte anna

2/27/2026Swallows Park, Highland US-WA 46.39071, -117.045921 observed

Common x Barrow's Goldeneye (hybrid)

Bucephala clangula x islandica

2/26/2026West Levee Pond1 observed

Common x Barrow's Goldeneye (hybrid)

Bucephala clangula x islandica

2/26/2026West Levee Pond1 observed

White-winged Crossbill

Loxia leucoptera

2/22/2026Benton Meadows - Zaza Road8 observed

White-winged Crossbill

Loxia leucoptera

2/22/2026Benton Meadows - Zaza Road8 observed

White-winged Crossbill

Loxia leucoptera

2/22/2026Benton Meadows - Zaza Road8 observed

White-winged Crossbill

Loxia leucoptera

2/22/2026Benton Meadows - Zaza Road8 observed

White-winged Crossbill

Loxia leucoptera

2/22/2026Benton Meadows - Zaza Road8 observed

White-winged Crossbill

Loxia leucoptera

2/22/2026Benton Meadows - Zaza Road8 observed

White-winged Crossbill

Loxia leucoptera

2/22/2026Benton Meadows - Zaza Road8 observed

White-winged Crossbill

Loxia leucoptera

2/22/2026Benton Meadows - Zaza Road8 observed

White-winged Crossbill

Loxia leucoptera

2/22/2026Benton Meadows - Zaza Road8 observed

Recent Observations

Eurasian Wigeon

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

1 birds

American Wigeon

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

235 birds

Mallard

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

75 birds

Northern Pintail

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

14 birds

Green-winged Teal

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

8 birds

Ring-necked Duck

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

2 birds

Common Goldeneye

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

5 birds

Common Merganser

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

2 birds

California Quail

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

4 birds

Ring-necked Pheasant

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

1 birds

Rock Pigeon

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

4 birds

Mourning Dove

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

6 birds

Killdeer

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

8 birds

Red-tailed Hawk

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

3 birds

American Kestrel

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

1 birds

Say's Phoebe

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

2 birds

Black-billed Magpie

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

2 birds

Common Raven

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

5 birds

Black-capped Chickadee

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

4 birds

Horned Lark

Mann Lake

3/1/2026

1 birds

Birding Tips

1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
3
Acclimate to altitude before hiking to high-elevation birding spots.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Mann Lake for birding?▼

The best months to visit Mann Lake for birding are June-October. The best seasons are Summer and Fall.

What birds can I see at Mann Lake?▼

Notable species at Mann Lake include Eurasian Wigeon, American Wigeon, Mallard, Northern Pintail, Green-winged Teal. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Mann Lake?▼

Birding at Mann Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Mann Lake?▼

Mann Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.