Cheney WA - Yoder Cove

Kansas · Midwest

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Habitat

Coastal

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cheney WA - Yoder Cove is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Sanderling Brown Pelican Osprey Royal Tern Willet

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

5/31/2026Cheney SP--East Shore Area1 observed

Laughing Gull

Leucophaeus atricilla

5/28/2026Cheney SP--East Shore Area1 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

5/25/2026Playa on South Herren Road1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/23/2026Cheney SP--West Shore Area (Reno Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Bobwhite

15/31/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

25/31/2026

Blue Jay

25/31/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/31/2026

Purple Martin

55/31/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

35/31/2026

Carolina Wren

15/31/2026

House Finch

25/31/2026

American Goldfinch

15/31/2026

Chipping Sparrow

25/31/2026

Baltimore Oriole

25/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

45/31/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

25/31/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

15/31/2026

Northern Cardinal

55/31/2026

Blue Grosbeak

25/31/2026

Indigo Bunting

15/31/2026

Canada Goose

295/31/2026

Mourning Dove

115/31/2026

Birding Tips

1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
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 Cheney WA - Yoder Cove for birding?▼

The best months to visit Cheney WA - Yoder Cove for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Cheney WA - Yoder Cove?▼

Notable species at Cheney WA - Yoder Cove include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.

How difficult is birding at Cheney WA - Yoder Cove?▼

Birding at Cheney WA - Yoder Cove is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Cheney WA - Yoder Cove?▼

Cheney WA - Yoder Cove offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.