Lake Runnemede / Evarts Pond - (62 acres) - Paradise Park

Vermont · Northeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lake Runnemede / Evarts Pond - (62 acres) - Paradise Park is a productive birding destination in Vermont, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Black Duck among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

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

Northern Flicker

Colaptes auratus

3/6/2026Grasse Rd1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/4/2026Vermont Center for Ecostudies Office1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/1/2026Wilder Dam, Lebanon1 observed

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

2/28/2026Mink Brook Wetlands Area, Hanover1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

2/28/2026Bridge Street Park, West Lebanon1 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

2/26/2026Home1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

2/25/2026Green Mountain Tpke, Chester1 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

2/22/2026Bridge Street Park, West Lebanon6 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

33/6/2026

Mallard

2003/6/2026

American Black Duck

43/6/2026

Hooded Merganser

53/6/2026

Common Merganser

33/6/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

33/6/2026

American Crow

133/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

33/6/2026

Tufted Titmouse

33/6/2026

Carolina Wren

13/6/2026

European Starling

113/6/2026

American Robin

23/6/2026

House Sparrow

23/6/2026

House Finch

23/6/2026

American Tree Sparrow

23/6/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

13/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/6/2026

Mallard x American Black Duck (hybrid)

13/4/2026

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

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Runnemede / Evarts Pond - (62 acres) - Paradise Park for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Runnemede / Evarts Pond - (62 acres) - Paradise Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lake Runnemede / Evarts Pond - (62 acres) - Paradise Park?
Notable species at Lake Runnemede / Evarts Pond - (62 acres) - Paradise Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, American Black Duck, Mallard x American Black Duck (hybrid), Common Merganser. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Runnemede / Evarts Pond - (62 acres) - Paradise Park?
Birding at Lake Runnemede / Evarts Pond - (62 acres) - Paradise Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lake Runnemede / Evarts Pond - (62 acres) - Paradise Park?
Lake Runnemede / Evarts Pond - (62 acres) - Paradise Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.