Williston - Spring Lake Park

North Dakota · Midwest

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Habitat

LakeUrban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Williston - Spring Lake Park is a productive birding destination in North Dakota, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, House Sparrow, and Ring-necked Pheasant 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 House Sparrow Ring-necked Pheasant Downy Woodpecker Hairy Woodpecker

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Common Merganser (North American)

Mergus merganser

3/5/2026Williston--Spring Lake Park1 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

2/28/2026Williston Marsh1 observed

Cackling Goose (Richardson's)

Branta hutchinsii

2/28/2026Williston Marsh10 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

2/26/20262 12th Street East, Williston, North Dakota, US (48.137, -103.604)5 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

243/5/2026

Mallard

23/5/2026

Bald Eagle

13/5/2026

House Sparrow

123/4/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

12/26/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/26/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/26/2026

Northern Flicker

12/26/2026

European Starling

42/26/2026

Sharp-tailed Grouse

12/25/2026

House Finch

2/25/2026

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 Williston - Spring Lake Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Williston - Spring Lake Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Williston - Spring Lake Park?▼

Notable species at Williston - Spring Lake Park include Canada Goose, House Sparrow, Ring-necked Pheasant, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Williston - Spring Lake Park?▼

Birding at Williston - Spring Lake Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Williston - Spring Lake Park?▼

Williston - Spring Lake Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.