With waters fed by Winter Ridge, the Summer Lake Basin is the feeding station for thousands of migratory birds.
Numerous species inhabit the region year-round.
Owls and raptors to ducks and geese are common sights. The Summer Lake Wildlife Refuge and Chewaucan Marshes are but two examples of the fine birding available at Summer Lake Inn. Be sure to bring your camera and birding books, for you are likely to see many types of birds you have never seen before. Located on an important Pacific flyway, Summer Lake hosts both migratory and indigenous birds of remarkable variety. Great blue herons and pelicans, raptors including eagles, even hummingbirds enjoy the waters and marshes fed by the snows of Winter Ridge.