Grassland birding habitat

Algonac State Park

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Algonac State Park is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Long-tailed Duck, and Red-tailed 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

4/21/2026125–215 Burns Rd, Kimball US-MI 42.90833, -82.610151 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/20/2026St. Johns Marsh1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

4/19/2026North Kent, Chatham-Kent CA-ON (42.4578,-82.4111)7 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

4/19/2026St. Clair Gardens Rd.2 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

4/19/2026Lake St. Clair Metropark (Metro Beach Metropark)2 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

4/19/2026stakeout Common Ravens, St. Clair (2025)4 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

4/19/2026Lake St. Clair Metropark (Metro Beach Metropark)1 observed

Chimney Swift

Chaetura pelagica

4/19/2026Lake St. Clair Metropark (Metro Beach Metropark)2 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

4/18/2026Lake St. Clair Metropark (Metro Beach Metropark)1 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

4/18/2026Lake St. Clair Metropark (Metro Beach Metropark)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

14/20/2026

Mallard

54/20/2026

Killdeer

14/20/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

54/20/2026

Ring-billed Gull

94/20/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

64/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

44/20/2026

Cooper's Hawk

14/20/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/20/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

34/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

34/20/2026

Northern Flicker

24/20/2026

Blue Jay

74/20/2026

American Crow

14/20/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

24/20/2026

Tree Swallow

324/20/2026

Purple Martin

94/20/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

14/20/2026

Barn Swallow

54/20/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/20/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  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 Algonac State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Algonac State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Algonac State Park?
Notable species at Algonac State Park include Canada Goose, Long-tailed Duck, Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Algonac State Park?
Birding at Algonac State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Algonac State Park?
Algonac State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.