Little Dixie Lake CA

Missouri · Midwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Little Dixie Lake CA is a productive birding destination in Missouri, with 241 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, Ring-necked Duck, and Hooded Merganser 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

3/3/2026Eagle Bluffs CA1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

3/2/2026Blackberry Lane Wade Records, Columbia, MO1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (abieticola)

Buteo jamaicensis

2/28/2026Eagle Bluffs CA1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

2/24/2026Eagle Bluffs CA3 observed

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

2/21/20263M Wetlands1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Shoveler

123/5/2026

Ring-necked Duck

83/5/2026

Hooded Merganser

13/5/2026

Killdeer

23/5/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

33/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Carolina Wren

13/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/5/2026

Snow Goose

2003/3/2026

Ross's Goose

23/3/2026

Canada Goose

133/3/2026

Gadwall

173/3/2026

Mallard

63/3/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

133/3/2026

Mourning Dove

83/3/2026

Turkey Vulture

43/3/2026

Bald Eagle

13/3/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/3/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

13/3/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

43/3/2026

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 Little Dixie Lake CA for birding?
The best months to visit Little Dixie Lake CA for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Little Dixie Lake CA?
Notable species at Little Dixie Lake CA include Northern Shoveler, Ring-necked Duck, Hooded Merganser, Killdeer, Pied-billed Grebe. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Little Dixie Lake CA?
Birding at Little Dixie Lake CA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Little Dixie Lake CA?
Little Dixie Lake CA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.