River/Riparian birding habitat

Stranger Creek Bottoms - 215th Saint & Ida Road

Kansas · Midwest

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Stranger Creek Bottoms - 215th Saint & Ida Road is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Sharp-shinned Hawk 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Ruddy Duck

Oxyura jamaicensis

7/21/2026Cedar Lake -Leavenworth3 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

7/9/2026Bandyk Place (39.207, -94.881)

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

107/9/2026

Wild Turkey

27/9/2026

Mourning Dove

47/9/2026

Killdeer

17/9/2026

Upland Sandpiper

17/9/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

17/9/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

17/9/2026

Green Heron

17/9/2026

Mississippi Kite

17/9/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/9/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/9/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/9/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

27/9/2026

American Kestrel

27/9/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

27/9/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/9/2026

Blue Jay

27/9/2026

American Crow

17/9/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

27/9/2026

Purple Martin

107/9/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  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 Stranger Creek Bottoms - 215th Saint & Ida Road for birding?
The best months to visit Stranger Creek Bottoms - 215th Saint & Ida Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Stranger Creek Bottoms - 215th Saint & Ida Road?
Notable species at Stranger Creek Bottoms - 215th Saint & Ida Road include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Sharp-shinned Hawk, Bald Eagle, Red-shouldered Hawk. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Stranger Creek Bottoms - 215th Saint & Ida Road?
Birding at Stranger Creek Bottoms - 215th Saint & Ida Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Stranger Creek Bottoms - 215th Saint & Ida Road?
Stranger Creek Bottoms - 215th Saint & Ida Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.