Rhoden Cove Road Landing

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Rhoden Cove Road Landing is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Blue-winged Teal 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

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

3/6/2026Timberlane Ravine Park1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/6/2026Rhoden Cove Road Landing1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/6/20262207 Trescott Drive, Tallahassee, Florida, US (30.471, -84.26)1 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

3/6/20262920 Pearl Drive, Tallahassee, Florida, US (30.485, -84.283)2 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/6/20262920 Pearl Drive, Tallahassee, Florida, US (30.485, -84.283)1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/6/2026Heartwood Hills1 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

3/6/2026Heartwood Hills1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

3/5/2026Rhoden Cove Road Landing1 observed

Snail Kite

Rostrhamus sociabilis

3/4/2026Ice Station Arendell1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

3/4/2026Heartwood Hills1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

23/6/2026

Blue-winged Teal

243/6/2026

Northern Shoveler

23/6/2026

Lesser Scaup

33/6/2026

Common Ground Dove

13/6/2026

Mourning Dove

23/6/2026

American Coot

8003/6/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

73/6/2026

Forster's Tern

13/6/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

73/6/2026

Wood Stork

13/6/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

33/6/2026

White Ibis

143/6/2026

Little Blue Heron

13/6/2026

Snowy Egret

13/6/2026

Great Egret

13/6/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/6/2026

Black Vulture

13/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

213/6/2026

Osprey

23/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Rhoden Cove Road Landing for birding?
The best months to visit Rhoden Cove Road Landing for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Rhoden Cove Road Landing?
Notable species at Rhoden Cove Road Landing include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Rhoden Cove Road Landing?
Birding at Rhoden Cove Road Landing is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Rhoden Cove Road Landing?
Rhoden Cove Road Landing offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.