Indian Lake County Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Indian Lake County Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Common Merganser 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

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

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

Wilson's Snipe

Gallinago delicata

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

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

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

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

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

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

3/2/2026Lohre yard1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

232/28/2026

Mallard

52/28/2026

Common Merganser

152/28/2026

Sandhill Crane

112/28/2026

Killdeer

12/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

22/28/2026

American Herring Gull

332/28/2026

Bald Eagle

32/28/2026

Blue Jay

42/28/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

62/28/2026

American Robin

1782/28/2026

Cedar Waxwing

242/28/2026

American Tree Sparrow

302/28/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

52/28/2026

Eastern Bluebird

22/27/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

12/27/2026

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 Indian Lake County Park for birding?
The best months to visit Indian Lake County Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Indian Lake County Park?
Notable species at Indian Lake County Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Common Merganser, Sandhill Crane, Killdeer. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Indian Lake County Park?
Birding at Indian Lake County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Indian Lake County Park?
Indian Lake County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.