River/Riparian birding habitat

Cedar River Crossing - North Access

Iowa · Midwest

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cedar River Crossing - North Access is a productive birding destination in Iowa, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Rock Pigeon 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

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

8/23/2026Lake Macbride--South Arm1 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

8/23/2026Lake Macbride--South Arm1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

8/19/2026Lake Macbride--South Arm1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

8/19/2026Iowa City City Park1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

8/18/2026Hawkeye WMA--James. NW1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper (solitaria)

Tringa solitaria

8/18/2026Hawkeye WMA--Sand Point1 observed

MacGillivray's Warbler

Geothlypis tolmiei

8/18/2026Hawkeye WMA--Sand Point1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

8/17/2026Cedar River Crossing--North Access1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

8/14/2026Hawkeye WMA--James. NW1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

8/13/2026Coralville Lake--Woodpecker Trail2 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

8/12/2026Hawkeye WMA--headquarters area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

528/22/2026

Wood Duck

48/22/2026

Blue-winged Teal

88/22/2026

Mallard

68/22/2026

Rock Pigeon

28/22/2026

Mourning Dove

98/22/2026

Sora

18/22/2026

Killdeer

318/22/2026

Semipalmated Plover

38/22/2026

Wilson's Snipe

18/22/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

28/22/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

38/22/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

18/22/2026

Least Sandpiper

348/22/2026

Pectoral Sandpiper

208/22/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

18/22/2026

Great Blue Heron

18/22/2026

Turkey Vulture

28/22/2026

Bald Eagle

18/22/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

28/22/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  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 Cedar River Crossing - North Access for birding?
The best months to visit Cedar River Crossing - North Access for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Cedar River Crossing - North Access?
Notable species at Cedar River Crossing - North Access include Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Rock Pigeon, Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cedar River Crossing - North Access?
Birding at Cedar River Crossing - North Access is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Cedar River Crossing - North Access?
Cedar River Crossing - North Access offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.