Grassland birding habitat

Allegan State Game Area

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Allegan State Game Area is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 240 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland 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

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

6/19/2026Baseline Lake boating access site1 observed

Worm-eating Warbler

Helmitheros vermivorum

6/19/2026Allegan SGA--46th St (116th Ave to 118th Ave)1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/18/2026Stu Visser Trails1 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

6/18/2026Allegan SGA--Swan Creek Pond1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

6/15/2026Macatawa--South Breakwall1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

6/14/20262222 Ottawa Beach Rd, Holland US-MI 42.77784, -86.199621 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

6/13/2026Farmhouse1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

6/13/2026Allegan SGA--Farm Unit1 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

6/12/2026South Haven--North Beach1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

6/8/2026Holland SP6 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

6/8/2026Holland SP2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wild Turkey

16/19/2026

Mourning Dove

56/19/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

16/19/2026

Sandhill Crane

26/19/2026

Turkey Vulture

66/19/2026

Northern Flicker

36/19/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

26/19/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/19/2026

Blue Jay

66/19/2026

American Crow

16/19/2026

Gray Catbird

36/19/2026

Eastern Bluebird

46/19/2026

Grasshopper Sparrow

26/19/2026

Chipping Sparrow

36/19/2026

Field Sparrow

16/19/2026

Song Sparrow

16/19/2026

Orchard Oriole

26/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

126/19/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

16/19/2026

Common Yellowthroat

26/19/2026

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 Allegan State Game Area for birding?
The best months to visit Allegan State Game Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Allegan State Game Area?
Notable species at Allegan State Game Area include Eastern Meadowlark, Dickcissel, Grasshopper Sparrow, Northern Harrier, Bobolink. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Allegan State Game Area?
Birding at Allegan State Game Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Allegan State Game Area?
Allegan State Game Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.