Lake Byllesby Regional Park - west end access

Minnesota · Midwest

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Habitat

LakeUrban Park

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lake Byllesby Regional Park - west end access is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 247 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Gadwall 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

Canada Goose Wood Duck Gadwall Mallard American Black Duck

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

3/1/2026Hastings Sand Coulee SNA--North Unit1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

2/26/2026180th St. Marsh (Marshall's Marsh)1 observed

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

2/21/2026180th St. Marsh (Marshall's Marsh)1 observed

Eurasian Tree Sparrow

Passer montanus

2/21/202611825 205th Street East, Hastings, Minnesota, US (44.652, -92.867)3 observed

Western Meadowlark

Sturnella neglecta

2/21/202642657 135th Ave, Wanamingo US-MN (44.3312,-92.7673)2 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

2/21/2026Mercord Mill Park1 observed

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

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

11 min read

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Byllesby Regional Park - west end access for birding?▼

The best months to visit Lake Byllesby Regional Park - west end access for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Lake Byllesby Regional Park - west end access?▼

Notable species at Lake Byllesby Regional Park - west end access include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Gadwall, Mallard, American Black Duck. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Lake Byllesby Regional Park - west end access?▼

Birding at Lake Byllesby Regional Park - west end access is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Lake Byllesby Regional Park - west end access?▼

Lake Byllesby Regional Park - west end access offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.