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

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

4/20/2026Frog Bayou WMA--Sharp Chapel Rd8 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

4/20/2026Frog Bayou WMA--Sharp Chapel Rd1 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

4/18/2026Orrick Rd. (Crawford Co.)1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

4/18/2026Orrick Rd. (Crawford Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

14/19/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

14/19/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

14/19/2026

Baltimore Oriole

34/19/2026

Canada Goose

44/19/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

14/19/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/19/2026

White-eyed Vireo

14/19/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

14/19/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/19/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

14/19/2026

Carolina Wren

14/19/2026

Northern Mockingbird

14/19/2026

Swainson's Thrush

14/19/2026

American Robin

14/19/2026

Cedar Waxwing

14/19/2026

White-throated Sparrow

14/19/2026

Northern Cardinal

24/19/2026

Black Vulture

14/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/18/2026

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.