Chris Greene Lake

Virginia · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Chris Greene Lake is a productive birding destination in Virginia, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Common Merganser, and Mourning Dove among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

3/5/2026Hoover Ridge Park1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/4/2026Ghostwood Farm (Home)17 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

3/2/2026home1 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

2/28/20264546–4562 Mt Air Farm, Crozet US-VA 38.15353, -78.661951 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

2/28/20261405 Lehigh Cir, Charlottesville US-VA (38.0578,-78.4727)1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

2/26/2026Banbury Yard1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

2/21/20264536 U.S. 250, Keswick, Virginia, US (37.993, -78.345)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

123/5/2026

Mallard

13/5/2026

Common Merganser

13/5/2026

Mourning Dove

13/5/2026

Killdeer

23/5/2026

Black Vulture

43/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

143/5/2026

Bald Eagle

13/5/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Merlin

13/5/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/5/2026

American Crow

43/5/2026

Common Raven

23/5/2026

Carolina Chickadee

13/5/2026

Tufted Titmouse

13/5/2026

Tree Swallow

13/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/5/2026

Eastern Bluebird

53/5/2026

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

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Chris Greene Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Chris Greene Lake for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Chris Greene Lake?
Notable species at Chris Greene Lake include Canada Goose, Common Merganser, Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Chris Greene Lake?
Birding at Chris Greene Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Chris Greene Lake?
Chris Greene Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.