Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, and Tundra Swan 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

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/6/2026Tenney Park1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/5/2026Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa3 observed

Iceland Gull (Thayer's)

Larus glaucoides

3/5/2026McDaniel Park1 observed

Wilson's Snipe

Gallinago delicata

3/5/2026Yahara Heights County Park/Cherokee Marsh Natural Resource Area—West Trailhead1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

13/6/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

13/6/2026

Song Sparrow

23/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

13/6/2026

Tundra Swan

263/5/2026

Northern Shoveler

203/5/2026

Gadwall

123/5/2026

American Wigeon

23/5/2026

Mallard

503/5/2026

Northern Pintail

43/5/2026

Canvasback

3003/5/2026

Redhead

1003/5/2026

Ring-necked Duck

103/5/2026

Common Goldeneye

403/5/2026

Common Merganser

203/5/2026

Mourning Dove

13/5/2026

Sandhill Crane

23/5/2026

Killdeer

13/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

403/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

23/5/2026

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa for birding?
The best months to visit Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa?
Notable species at Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa include Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa?
Birding at Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa?
Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.