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Fort Morgan State Historic Site

Alabama · Southeast

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Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

Entrance Fee

$7 adults

Hours

Open daily, 8 AM - 5 PM

About This Location

Fort Morgan State Historic Site is a productive birding destination in Alabama, with 343 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, Killdeer, and Least Sandpiper among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

MallardKilldeerLeast SandpiperLaughing GullDouble-crested CormorantReddish EgretGreat Blue HeronBrown-headed NuthatchCarolina WrenNorthern CardinalMourning DoveDowny Woodpecker

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

8/22/2026Jemison’s Bait & Tackle - Mudflats1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

8/22/2026Lewis Smith Dr Residence1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

8/20/2026Fort Morgan--Stables1 observed

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

8/20/2026Fort Morgan--Mobile Point2 observed

Buff-breasted Sandpiper

Calidris subruficollis

8/20/2026Benton Rd., Foley2 observed

Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

8/19/2026Benton Rd., Foley1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Willet

48/23/2026

Red Knot

18/23/2026

Sanderling

48/23/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

58/23/2026

Laughing Gull

108/23/2026

Least Tern

48/23/2026

Black Tern

48/23/2026

Forster's Tern

108/23/2026

Sandwich Tern

28/23/2026

Royal Tern

58/23/2026

Brown Pelican

308/23/2026

Mourning Dove

18/23/2026

Great Blue Heron

18/23/2026

Osprey

18/23/2026

Brown-headed Nuthatch

18/23/2026

Northern Mockingbird

18/23/2026

Killdeer

28/22/2026

Wilson's Phalarope

18/22/2026

Least Sandpiper

18/22/2026

Cooper's Hawk

18/22/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

  4. 4

    Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.

  5. 5

    Waterproof boots are recommended as trails near marshes can be muddy, especially after rain.

Amenities

Parking
Trails

Nearby Attractions

  • Bon Secour NWR
  • Gulf Shores Beach
  • Mobile Bay Ferry

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Fort Morgan State Historic Site for birding?▼
The best months to visit Fort Morgan State Historic Site for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Fort Morgan State Historic Site?▼
Notable species at Fort Morgan State Historic Site include Mallard, Killdeer, Least Sandpiper, Laughing Gull, Double-crested Cormorant, Reddish Egret, Great Blue Heron, Brown-headed Nuthatch, Carolina Wren, Northern Cardinal, Mourning Dove, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fort Morgan State Historic Site?▼
Birding at Fort Morgan State Historic Site is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Fort Morgan State Historic Site?▼
The entrance fee at Fort Morgan State Historic Site is $7 adults. Hours: Open daily, 8 AM - 5 PM.
What amenities are available at Fort Morgan State Historic Site?▼
Fort Morgan State Historic Site offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.