Devils Lake State Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Devils Lake State Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 245 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Mourning Dove 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

3/6/2026Prairie du Sac Dam1 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

3/5/2026Devil's Lake SP--East Bluff Trl and SNA1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/3/2026Arena Boat Landing (Iowa Co.)1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

3/2/2026Lohre yard1 observed

Eurasian Tree Sparrow

Passer montanus

3/1/2026Roesser Road3 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

3/1/2026Devil's Lake SP--East Bluff Trl and SNA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

152/27/2026

Trumpeter Swan

22/27/2026

Mourning Dove

52/27/2026

Cooper's Hawk

12/27/2026

Bald Eagle

42/27/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

22/27/2026

Downy Woodpecker

22/27/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

12/27/2026

Blue Jay

12/27/2026

American Crow

62/27/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

52/27/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

22/27/2026

European Starling

112/27/2026

American Robin

52/27/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

22/27/2026

Rock Pigeon

32/23/2026

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

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Devils Lake State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Devils Lake State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Devils Lake State Park?
Notable species at Devils Lake State Park include Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Mourning Dove, Cooper's Hawk, Bald Eagle. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Devils Lake State Park?
Birding at Devils Lake State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Devils Lake State Park?
Devils Lake State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.