White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area - Birding and Nature Trail

Louisiana · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area - Birding and Nature Trail is a productive birding destination in Louisiana, with 238 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, Mottled Duck, and Eurasian Collared-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

Western Meadowlark

Sturnella neglecta

3/5/2026White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area--Birding and Nature Trail1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

3/4/2026Lacassine NWR--Unit B Observation Deck1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Shoveler

83/5/2026

Mottled Duck

13/5/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

13/5/2026

Mourning Dove

63/5/2026

King Rail

13/5/2026

Common Gallinule

13/5/2026

Limpkin

93/5/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

23/5/2026

Laughing Gull

53/5/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/5/2026

Anhinga

13/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

63/5/2026

White Ibis

163/5/2026

White-faced Ibis

13/5/2026

Great Egret

53/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

23/5/2026

Northern Harrier

23/5/2026

Bald Eagle

13/5/2026

American Kestrel

13/5/2026

Eastern Phoebe

43/5/2026

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 White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area - Birding and Nature Trail for birding?
The best months to visit White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area - Birding and Nature Trail for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area - Birding and Nature Trail?
Notable species at White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area - Birding and Nature Trail include Northern Shoveler, Mottled Duck, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove, King Rail. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area - Birding and Nature Trail?
Birding at White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area - Birding and Nature Trail is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area - Birding and Nature Trail?
White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area - Birding and Nature Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.