Urban Park birding habitat

Harvey County East Park

Kansas · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Harvey County East Park is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 238 species recorded on eBird. This urban park 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Solitary Sandpiper (cinnamomea)

Tringa solitaria

7/10/2026R. Michael Rhoades Wetlands Park1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

7/10/2026R. Michael Rhoades Wetlands Park2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

7/8/2026

Blue Jay

7/8/2026

Barn Swallow

7/8/2026

European Starling

7/8/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

7/8/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

7/8/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

7/8/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

27/8/2026

Killdeer

17/8/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/8/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/8/2026

Eastern Bluebird

17/8/2026

American Robin

47/8/2026

Orchard Oriole

17/8/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/8/2026

Dickcissel

17/8/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/8/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/8/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/8/2026

House Finch

27/8/2026

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 Harvey County East Park for birding?
The best months to visit Harvey County East Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Harvey County East Park?
Notable species at Harvey County East Park include American Robin, Northern Cardinal, Blue Jay, Red-tailed Hawk, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Harvey County East Park?
Birding at Harvey County East Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Harvey County East Park?
Harvey County East Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.