Forest birding habitat

Bald Point State Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Bald Point State Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 310 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove, and Tricolored Heron 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

Bobolink

Dolichonyx oryzivorus

5/30/2026Bald Point SP2 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

5/30/2026Bald Point SP1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

5/29/2026Bald Point SP2 observed

Gull-billed Tern

Gelochelidon nilotica

5/28/20263401–3469 Lighthouse Rd, Crawfordville US-FL (30.0777,-84.1768)1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

5/27/2026St. Marks NWR--Panacea Unit--Skipper Bay Road1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

5/20/2026St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge, St. Marks Unit1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eurasian Collared-Dove

16/1/2026

Mourning Dove

26/1/2026

Clapper Rail

96/1/2026

American Oystercatcher

16/1/2026

Black-bellied Plover

26/1/2026

Semipalmated Plover

26/1/2026

Willet

66/1/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

206/1/2026

Sanderling

156/1/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

106/1/2026

Laughing Gull

36/1/2026

Caspian Tern

56/1/2026

Sandwich Tern

16/1/2026

Royal Tern

156/1/2026

Tricolored Heron

16/1/2026

Snowy Egret

16/1/2026

Great Egret

26/1/2026

Brown Pelican

106/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

16/1/2026

Blue Jay

26/1/2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bald Point State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Bald Point State Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Bald Point State Park?
Notable species at Bald Point State Park include Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove, Tricolored Heron, Snowy Egret, Great Blue Heron. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bald Point State Park?
Birding at Bald Point State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Bald Point State Park?
Bald Point State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.