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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

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

4/19/2026Fort Morgan State Historic Site1 observed

Parasitic Jaeger

Stercorarius parasiticus

4/19/2026Dauphin Island--Fort Gaines2 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

4/18/2026Cedar Point1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

4/16/2026Dauphin Island--Shell Mound Park1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

4/11/2026Jemison’s Bait & Tackle - Mudflats1 observed

Shiny Cowbird

Molothrus bonariensis

4/7/2026Lewis Smith Dr Residence1 observed

Black-throated Blue Warbler

Setophaga caerulescens

4/6/2026Fort Morgan--Stables1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

14/19/2026

Great Blue Heron

24/19/2026

Eastern Kingbird

24/19/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/19/2026

European Starling

4/19/2026

Northern Mockingbird

4/19/2026

House Finch

44/19/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

34/19/2026

Prairie Warbler

14/19/2026

Summer Tanager

64/19/2026

Indigo Bunting

64/19/2026

Painted Bunting

24/19/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

14/18/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

34/18/2026

Chimney Swift

44/18/2026

American Oystercatcher

14/18/2026

Willet

24/18/2026

Sanderling

14/18/2026

Laughing Gull

54/18/2026

Gull-billed Tern

24/18/2026

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.