Rose Lake

Oklahoma · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Rose Lake is a productive birding destination in Oklahoma, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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 Point2 observed

Sora

Porzana carolina

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

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/1/2026Northeast/Zoo Lake Park1 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

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

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

2/26/20262396–2524 S Air Depot Blvd, Edmond US-OK 35.63042, -97.407301 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

2/23/2026Oklahoma City Zoo2 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

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

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 Rose Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Rose Lake for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Rose Lake?
Notable species at Rose Lake include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Rose Lake?
Birding at Rose Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Rose Lake?
Rose Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.