Swan Viewing Events at Barney Lake

Each winter, Skagit Land Trust hosts a series of swan-viewing events at our Barney Lake Conservation Area in Mount Vernon. At Swanrise events, participants get to watch hundreds of Trumpeter Swans as they take off for the day from their overnight resting spot.

Trust staff and local birding experts lead groups to viewing areas near the main part of the lake. There, as the sun’s first rays burn the mist off the water, guests get to listen as a chorus of migrating waterfowl greet the day with squawks, honks, and general chatter. Be sure to bring your binoculars for a closer look at the variety of waterfowl that use the lake. Hawks, eagles, and great blue heron are often spotted during these visits.

Not a morning person? We also have “Goodnight Swan” walks to view the birds as they come back to the lake in the evening.

If you are interested in attending one or more of these events, please register through the Eventbrite links below. We will be in touch with more information as your event approaches.