Sikes Lake is not real big and most of it can be managed without a scope, but if the ducks are on the western end, a scope may be needed. There have been 18 species of waterfowl recorded here and it is one of the best spots in town to find Black-bellied Whistling Duck. It has large pecans and a few oaks scattered on the premises and are pretty good for passerines and woodpeckers.

Waterfowl and passerines.

This lake is on MSU property and open to the public. Directions to the hotspot takes you to the parking lot less than 50 yards from the lake. There is a cement path around the lake.