Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park

Kansas · Midwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Lesser Scaup, and Bufflehead 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

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

2/26/2026Melvern Lake--Outlet Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

32/27/2026

Lesser Scaup

22/27/2026

Bufflehead

62/27/2026

Common Goldeneye

82/27/2026

Common Merganser

52/27/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

62/27/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

22/27/2026

Mourning Dove

52/27/2026

Killdeer

52/27/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

22/27/2026

Ring-billed Gull

82/27/2026

Great Blue Heron

12/27/2026

Northern Harrier

12/27/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/27/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

32/27/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/27/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/27/2026

Northern Flicker

22/27/2026

Blue Jay

62/27/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

22/27/2026

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 Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park for birding?
The best months to visit Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park?
Notable species at Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park include Canada Goose, Lesser Scaup, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park?
Birding at Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park?
Melvern Lake - Coeur D'Alene Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.