Hawkeye Wildlife Management Area - James. NW

Iowa · Midwest

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Habitat

Wetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hawkeye Wildlife Management Area - James. NW is a productive birding destination in Iowa, with 248 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Mallard 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

Canada Goose Wood Duck Mallard Killdeer Red-bellied Woodpecker

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

6/19/20265853 26th Street Southwest, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, US (41.922, -91.706)1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/15/2026Terry Trueblood RA1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

6/14/2026903 East College Street, Iowa City, Iowa, US (41.659, -91.523)1 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

6/12/2026Brown Deer Golf Club, Coralville US-IA 41.70678, -91.573842 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

6/11/2026Amana--Lily Pond4 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

6/7/2026North Ridge Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wild Turkey

16/13/2026

Northern Flicker

26/13/2026

Willow Flycatcher

16/13/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/13/2026

American Robin

16/13/2026

American Goldfinch

16/13/2026

Orchard Oriole

16/13/2026

Baltimore Oriole

16/13/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

16/13/2026

Indigo Bunting

16/13/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

26/10/2026

American White Pelican

506/10/2026

Turkey Vulture

26/10/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

26/10/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/10/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

26/10/2026

Bell's Vireo

16/10/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

36/10/2026

Blue Jay

16/10/2026

Tree Swallow

26/10/2026

Birding Tips

1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hawkeye Wildlife Management Area - James. NW for birding?▼

The best months to visit Hawkeye Wildlife Management Area - James. NW for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Hawkeye Wildlife Management Area - James. NW?▼

Notable species at Hawkeye Wildlife Management Area - James. NW include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Mallard, Killdeer, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Hawkeye Wildlife Management Area - James. NW?▼

Birding at Hawkeye Wildlife Management Area - James. NW is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Hawkeye Wildlife Management Area - James. NW?▼

Hawkeye Wildlife Management Area - James. NW offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.