Lake Mead National Recreation Area - 33 Hole Overlook

Nevada · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Lake Mead National Recreation Area - 33 Hole Overlook is a productive birding destination in Nevada, with 269 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, and Mallard among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

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

Canada Goose (canadensis Group)

Branta canadensis

3/6/2026Boulder City--Veteran's Park Ponds2 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

3/5/2026418 Birch St, Boulder City US-NV 35.97865, -114.840141 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

3/5/2026Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve1 observed

Rock Pigeon

Columba livia

3/2/2026Horizon Heights3 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

3/1/2026Clark County Wetlands Park--Pabco Area1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

2/27/2026Clark County Wetlands Park1 observed

American Crow

Corvus brachyrhynchos

2/26/2026Hidden falls Dog Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cinnamon Teal

22/28/2026

Northern Shoveler

22/28/2026

Mallard

82/28/2026

Green-winged Teal

42/28/2026

Common Goldeneye

12/28/2026

Common Merganser

62/28/2026

Greater Roadrunner

12/28/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

12/28/2026

American Coot

212/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

262/28/2026

California Gull

102/28/2026

Western Grebe

2/28/2026

Clark's Grebe

2/28/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

52/28/2026

American Bittern

22/28/2026

Snowy Egret

12/28/2026

Great Egret

12/28/2026

Great Blue Heron

22/28/2026

American White Pelican

342/28/2026

Black Phoebe

12/28/2026

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

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Mead National Recreation Area - 33 Hole Overlook for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Mead National Recreation Area - 33 Hole Overlook for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Lake Mead National Recreation Area - 33 Hole Overlook?
Notable species at Lake Mead National Recreation Area - 33 Hole Overlook include Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, Mallard, Green-winged Teal, Common Goldeneye. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Mead National Recreation Area - 33 Hole Overlook?
Birding at Lake Mead National Recreation Area - 33 Hole Overlook is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Mead National Recreation Area - 33 Hole Overlook?
Lake Mead National Recreation Area - 33 Hole Overlook offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.