Arcadia Lake

Oklahoma · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Arcadia Lake is a productive birding destination in Oklahoma, with 249 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Gadwall 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

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

3/5/2026Lake Hefner--Hobie Point5 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/2/2026Arcadia Lake1 observed

Sora

Porzana carolina

3/1/20266200 N Martin Luther King Ave, Oklahoma City US-OK (35.5340,-97.4711)2 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

2/28/2026Arcadia Lake1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

2/27/2026Edmond Recycle-Air Depot4 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

2/27/2026Lake Hefner--East Spit1 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

2/21/2026Stinchcomb Wildlife Refuge (Canadian Co.)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

213/4/2026

Wood Duck

13/4/2026

Gadwall

123/4/2026

Mallard

93/4/2026

Green-winged Teal

13/4/2026

Mourning Dove

23/4/2026

American Woodcock

33/4/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

4003/4/2026

Eastern Phoebe

33/4/2026

American Crow

73/4/2026

Carolina Chickadee

103/4/2026

Tufted Titmouse

43/4/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

23/4/2026

Carolina Wren

53/4/2026

Brown Thrasher

13/4/2026

Northern Mockingbird

23/4/2026

Eastern Bluebird

33/4/2026

American Robin

13/4/2026

American Goldfinch

53/4/2026

Field Sparrow

33/4/2026

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 Arcadia Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Arcadia Lake for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Arcadia Lake?
Notable species at Arcadia Lake include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Gadwall, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Arcadia Lake?
Birding at Arcadia Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Arcadia Lake?
Arcadia Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.