Urban Park birding habitat

Hickory Hills Park

Iowa · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hickory Hills Park is a productive birding destination in Iowa, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Blue Jay 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-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

8/22/2026Sans Souci Island1 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

8/22/2026Hartman Reserve (general location)1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

8/21/2026Elk Run Heights House2 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

8/18/2026Winegar Park2 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

8/17/2026Winegar Park1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

8/14/2026Cedar Valley Nature Trail-- Buchanan Co.1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

8/13/2026Sans Souci Island1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

88/15/2026

Wild Turkey

168/15/2026

Green Heron

28/15/2026

Osprey

18/15/2026

Belted Kingfisher

18/15/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

18/15/2026

Downy Woodpecker

18/15/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

18/15/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

38/15/2026

Alder Flycatcher

18/15/2026

Eastern Phoebe

18/15/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

18/15/2026

Eastern Kingbird

18/15/2026

Blue Jay

68/15/2026

American Crow

78/15/2026

Barn Swallow

28/15/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

18/15/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

18/15/2026

Northern House Wren

18/15/2026

Sedge Wren

18/15/2026

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 Hills Park for birding?
The best months to visit Hickory Hills Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Hickory Hills Park?
Notable species at Hickory Hills Park include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Blue Jay, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hickory Hills Park?
Birding at Hickory Hills Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Hickory Hills Park?
Hickory Hills Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.