Forest birding habitat

Pine Chapel, Moss, and Hunts Gin Rds.

Georgia · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Pine Chapel, Moss, and Hunts Gin Rds. is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, Sandhill Crane, and European Starling 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

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

Tyrannus forficatus

7/17/2026Pine Chapel, Moss, and Hunts Gin Rds.6 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

7/17/2026Owens Chapel Rd3 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

7/17/2026Pine Chapel, Moss, and Hunts Gin Rds.1 observed

Double-crested Cormorant

Nannopterum auritum

7/17/2026Carters Lake--Powerhouse Rd.6 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/8/2026I-75 N, Cartersville US-GA 34.30730, -84.834731 observed

American Kestrel

Falco sparverius

7/8/2026Hickory Flats Rd.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eastern Kingbird

37/17/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/17/2026

Grasshopper Sparrow

17/17/2026

Field Sparrow

17/17/2026

Eastern Towhee

17/17/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

37/17/2026

Blue Grosbeak

37/17/2026

Indigo Bunting

27/17/2026

Dickcissel

37/17/2026

Canada Goose

87/17/2026

Mourning Dove

27/17/2026

Great Egret

17/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

37/17/2026

Blue Jay

17/17/2026

Barn Swallow

17/17/2026

Eastern Bluebird

27/17/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/17/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/16/2026

Carolina Chickadee

17/16/2026

Tree Swallow

247/16/2026

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 Pine Chapel, Moss, and Hunts Gin Rds. for birding?
The best months to visit Pine Chapel, Moss, and Hunts Gin Rds. for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Pine Chapel, Moss, and Hunts Gin Rds.?
Notable species at Pine Chapel, Moss, and Hunts Gin Rds. include Mallard, Sandhill Crane, European Starling, Eastern Bluebird, American Robin. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pine Chapel, Moss, and Hunts Gin Rds.?
Birding at Pine Chapel, Moss, and Hunts Gin Rds. is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Pine Chapel, Moss, and Hunts Gin Rds.?
Pine Chapel, Moss, and Hunts Gin Rds. offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.