Scales Lake County Park

Indiana · Midwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Scales Lake County Park is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Ring-necked Duck among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

3/6/2026Millersburg Bottoms1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

3/3/2026NW Warrick County2 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

2/23/2026Home, Evansville, Indiana, US1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

253/4/2026

Mallard

43/4/2026

Ring-necked Duck

503/4/2026

Bufflehead

13/4/2026

Northern Flicker

13/4/2026

Song Sparrow

13/4/2026

Ross's Goose

13/3/2026

Wood Duck

143/3/2026

Lesser Scaup

13/3/2026

Killdeer

23/3/2026

Great Blue Heron

23/3/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/3/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/3/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/3/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

53/3/2026

Downy Woodpecker

33/3/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

23/3/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/3/2026

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

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Scales Lake County Park for birding?
The best months to visit Scales Lake County Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Scales Lake County Park?
Notable species at Scales Lake County Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Bufflehead, Northern Flicker. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Scales Lake County Park?
Birding at Scales Lake County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Scales Lake County Park?
Scales Lake County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.