Wetland birding habitat

Grant Saint Marsh

Indiana · Midwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Grant Saint Marsh is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 240 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Gadwall among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.

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

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

5/28/2026Rainbow Beach1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

5/27/2026Indiana Dunes SP1 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

5/27/2026Wolf Lake/William Powers SRA1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

5/26/202630 East 67th Avenue, Merrillville, Indiana, US (41.497, -87.334)1 observed

King Rail

Rallus elegans

5/26/2026Pine Station Nature Preserve1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

5/25/2026Lake Calumet area--Big Marsh/Park #5642 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

5/25/2026Plum Creek Forest Preserve1 observed

Laughing Gull

Leucophaeus atricilla

5/24/2026Rainbow Beach1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/24/2026Rainbow Beach1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

5/24/2026Rainbow Beach10 observed

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

5/24/2026Rainbow Beach1 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

5/23/2026Lake Calumet area--Lake Calumet/Harborside Golf Course4 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

5/22/2026Lake Calumet area--Deadstick Pond2 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

5/22/2026Lake Calumet area--Deadstick Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

225/28/2026

Black-necked Stilt

25/28/2026

Killdeer

105/28/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/28/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/28/2026

Cliff Swallow

5/28/2026

Marsh Wren

5/28/2026

American Robin

15/28/2026

American Goldfinch

15/28/2026

Song Sparrow

55/28/2026

Swamp Sparrow

15/28/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

15/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

105/28/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

55/28/2026

Northern Cardinal

25/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

25/24/2026

Osprey

15/24/2026

Tree Swallow

15/24/2026

Barn Swallow

15/24/2026

Wood Duck

55/24/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Grant Saint Marsh for birding?
The best months to visit Grant Saint Marsh for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Grant Saint Marsh?
Notable species at Grant Saint Marsh include Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Gadwall, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Grant Saint Marsh?
Birding at Grant Saint Marsh is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Grant Saint Marsh?
Grant Saint Marsh offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.