Urban Park birding habitat

Hickory Hill Park

Iowa · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hickory Hill Park is a productive birding destination in Iowa, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Red-tailed Hawk, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

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

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

6/7/2026North Ridge Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Barred Owl

66/18/2026

Downy Woodpecker

26/18/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

56/18/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

16/18/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/18/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

16/18/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/18/2026

Blue Jay

26/18/2026

American Crow

16/18/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

16/18/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

16/18/2026

Northern House Wren

26/18/2026

Gray Catbird

26/18/2026

Eastern Bluebird

16/18/2026

American Robin

16/18/2026

Scarlet Tanager

16/18/2026

Northern Cardinal

36/18/2026

Mourning Dove

16/17/2026

Cooper's Hawk

16/17/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

16/17/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  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 Hickory Hill Park for birding?
The best months to visit Hickory Hill Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Hickory Hill Park?
Notable species at Hickory Hill Park include Mourning Dove, Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hickory Hill Park?
Birding at Hickory Hill Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Hickory Hill Park?
Hickory Hill Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.