Limestone Park

Alabama · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Limestone Park is a productive birding destination in Alabama, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Killdeer, and Great Egret among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

3/3/2026Oak Mountain SP1 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

3/2/2026Sand Ridge1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

2/27/2026373 Old Cahaba Trail, Helena US-AL 33.28908, -86.870771 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

2/26/2026Home1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

2/21/2026Star Lake2 observed

Red-winged Blackbird (Red-winged)

Agelaius phoeniceus

2/21/20261201 Willow Leaf Circle, Hoover, Alabama, US (33.339, -86.879)45 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

123/6/2026

Great Egret

13/6/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

23/6/2026

Osprey

13/6/2026

Northern Harrier

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

43/6/2026

American Crow

63/6/2026

Purple Martin

83/6/2026

Carolina Wren

43/6/2026

Northern Mockingbird

63/6/2026

Eastern Bluebird

13/6/2026

American Robin

23/6/2026

Song Sparrow

63/6/2026

Swamp Sparrow

13/6/2026

Eastern Towhee

13/6/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

13/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

43/6/2026

Common Grackle

93/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Limestone Park for birding?
The best months to visit Limestone Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Limestone Park?
Notable species at Limestone Park include Canada Goose, Killdeer, Great Egret, Red-tailed Hawk, Northern Flicker. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Limestone Park?
Birding at Limestone Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Limestone Park?
Limestone Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.