Coastal birding habitat

Au Train - Beach

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Au Train - Beach is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 201 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

6/1/2026Lake LeVasseur/Lake Kawbawgam1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

5/31/2026Sand River Flooding1 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

5/31/2026Sand River Flooding1 observed

Brewster's Warbler (hybrid)

Vermivora chrysoptera x cyanoptera (F1 hybrid)

5/30/2026CC Basin - W of S. Dam1 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

5/21/2026Buck Bay Road, Munising, Michigan, US (46.378, -86.772)1 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

5/21/2026Au Train--Beach1 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

5/20/2026Au Train--Beach1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

46/2/2026

Black-bellied Plover

16/2/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

16/2/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

16/2/2026

White-rumped Sandpiper

16/2/2026

Least Sandpiper

26/2/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

16/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

76/2/2026

American Herring Gull

46/2/2026

American Crow

16/2/2026

Bank Swallow

46/2/2026

Barn Swallow

66/2/2026

Common Merganser

26/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/2/2026

Bald Eagle

16/2/2026

Song Sparrow

26/2/2026

Killdeer

16/1/2026

Chipping Sparrow

16/1/2026

Canada Goose

116/1/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

15/31/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  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 Au Train - Beach for birding?
The best months to visit Au Train - Beach for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Au Train - Beach?
Notable species at Au Train - Beach include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Au Train - Beach?
Birding at Au Train - Beach is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Au Train - Beach?
Au Train - Beach offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.