Urban Park birding habitat

James W. Trimble Lock and Dam/Springhill Park

Arkansas · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

James W. Trimble Lock and Dam/Springhill Park is a productive birding destination in Arkansas, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Ring-billed Gull, and Double-crested Cormorant 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Western Sandpiper

Calidris mauri

8/16/2026Orrick Rd. (Crawford Co.)2 observed

American Golden-Plover

Pluvialis dominica

8/14/2026Arnold Road1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

8/8/2026Orrick Rd. (Crawford Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

18/16/2026

Killdeer

18/16/2026

Upland Sandpiper

28/16/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

18/16/2026

Least Tern

18/16/2026

Great Blue Heron

38/16/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

18/16/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

28/16/2026

Downy Woodpecker

28/16/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

18/16/2026

Northern Flicker

18/16/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

38/16/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

28/16/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

18/16/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

18/16/2026

Blue Jay

18/16/2026

Fish Crow

38/16/2026

Carolina Chickadee

18/16/2026

Tufted Titmouse

18/16/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

18/16/2026

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 James W. Trimble Lock and Dam/Springhill Park for birding?
The best months to visit James W. Trimble Lock and Dam/Springhill Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at James W. Trimble Lock and Dam/Springhill Park?
Notable species at James W. Trimble Lock and Dam/Springhill Park include Canada Goose, Ring-billed Gull, Double-crested Cormorant, Turkey Vulture, Bald Eagle. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at James W. Trimble Lock and Dam/Springhill Park?
Birding at James W. Trimble Lock and Dam/Springhill Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at James W. Trimble Lock and Dam/Springhill Park?
James W. Trimble Lock and Dam/Springhill Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.