Deere Dike Park and Riverside Road

Iowa · Midwest

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Deere Dike Park and Riverside Road is a productive birding destination in Iowa, with 269 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, and Trumpeter Swan 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

Greater White-fronted Goose Canada Goose Trumpeter Swan Gadwall American Wigeon

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Canvasback

Aythya valisineria

6/15/2026Eagle Point (Grant Co.)1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

6/15/2026Eagle Point (Grant Co.)1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

6/9/2026A.Y. McDonald Park1 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

6/8/2026A.Y. McDonald Park1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/6/2026Mines of Spain SRA--Prairie Ridge and Cedar Ridge Trails1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Dickcissel

16/19/2026

Canada Goose

276/18/2026

Mourning Dove

16/18/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

16/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

16/18/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

16/18/2026

Downy Woodpecker

16/18/2026

Northern Flicker

16/18/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

16/18/2026

Barn Swallow

16/18/2026

Northern House Wren

16/18/2026

European Starling

16/18/2026

Gray Catbird

26/18/2026

American Robin

66/18/2026

Cedar Waxwing

36/18/2026

House Sparrow

36/18/2026

House Finch

26/18/2026

American Goldfinch

26/18/2026

Orchard Oriole

16/18/2026

Baltimore Oriole

46/18/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Iowa Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in Iowa →

Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Deere Dike Park and Riverside Road for birding?▼

The best months to visit Deere Dike Park and Riverside Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Deere Dike Park and Riverside Road?▼

Notable species at Deere Dike Park and Riverside Road include Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Deere Dike Park and Riverside Road?▼

Birding at Deere Dike Park and Riverside Road is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Deere Dike Park and Riverside Road?▼

Deere Dike Park and Riverside Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.