See the best Central Oregon Birds
The Lodge is a fantastic spot for birdwatching! Our private grounds sit alongside a creek in the heart of the Metolius Watershed, where a unique mix of habitats — from riparian wetlands to Ponderosa pine forest — attracts an incredible variety of birds. Years of careful restoration have made Lake Creek Lodge a true haven for birds and bird lovers alike.
Woodpeckers, Owls, Hummingbirds & More
Sit by the pond, stroll the nature trails, or explore by wheelchair — you’ll have a chance to spot woodpeckers, owls, warblers, hummingbirds, waterfowl, birds of prey, and dozens more species, depending on the season. White-headed Woodpeckers and several sapsucker species are regular visitors to the grounds, and during spring migration, it’s common to spot over thirty species in a single outing. At night, relax on your cabin porch and listen for up to five different owl species calling in the dark.
Book a Bird Outing at the Lodge
Enhance your stay by booking a guided Lake Creek Lodge grounds tour by local bird enthusiast, Sevilla Rhoads. Ranging from family-friendly and beginner outings to onsite tours for more experienced birders, Sevilla designs and guides Lake Creek Lodge bird programs based on your timing, needs, and preferences.Accessibility questions and requests welcome! Sevilla is a Certified Accessible Birding Outing Leader.
Learn more about your guide: www.deifer.net.
Log Your Sightings on eBird
eBird is a free community science project from Cornell University’s Lab of Ornithology — one of the world’s largest bird databases, used in conservation research worldwide. Our eBird Hotspot already lists over ninety species, and the list keeps growing as the restored grounds attract new visitors. If you spot something new, let our staff know — we love celebrating discoveries with our guests!
- Download the app at ebird.org and create a free account before you head out.
- Start a checklist by tapping the green “Start a Checklist” bar (or go to “Submit” in the lower menu).
- Add birds by tapping “+ Add observation or find species.” Type the bird’s name, select it, and enter how many you saw. Tap the Merlin icon for ID help.
- Save each sighting by tapping “Done.”
- When finished, tap the green “Stop” button, then select Lake Creek Lodge as your location.
- Answer the checklist prompts and optionally add comments about conditions or highlights.
- Tap “Submit” — your list is now part of the global database!