This pond occasionally attracts a few water birds.  Many records of rarities occurred prior to or during renovation of the pond when it was larger or the water was drawn down, so conditions are different now.  The pond is now a popular fishing spot and the playground and trail system attract many more people.  

Occasionally small number of waterbirds will occur here and Mississippi Kite sporadically occurs in the area.  Trails leading from the park into adjacent greenspace can be good for migrants.  American Woodcock sometimes display in appropriate habitat here.

Important Bird Area.

In Johnston in western Polk Co. From I-35/80, take Merle Hay Rd. (the Johnston exit) north a little more than 1/2 mile to Pioneer Parkway. Turn west on Pioneer Parkway and proceed about 1/3 mile to the lake on the south side, adjacent to Iowa Public Television. There are drives on both sides of the lake and a trail around it.