Grassland birding habitat

Cheboygan State Park

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cheboygan State Park is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 228 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

Loading map...

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

Red-tailed Hawk (Krider's)

Buteo jamaicensis

5/31/2026Straits State Harbor1 observed

Kirtland's Warbler

Setophaga kirtlandii

5/31/2026Long Line Road Pine Barrens1 observed

Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

5/31/2026Mackinac Straits-Mackinaw City-spring1 observed

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

5/27/2026Cheboygan SP1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

5/25/2026Cheboygan SP1 observed

Yellow Rail

Coturnicops noveboracensis

5/25/2026Cheboygan SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

45/31/2026

Mute Swan

15/31/2026

Mallard

45/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/31/2026

Bald Eagle

15/31/2026

Broad-winged Hawk

35/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

35/31/2026

Blue Jay

35/31/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

25/31/2026

American Robin

25/31/2026

Cedar Waxwing

35/31/2026

Chipping Sparrow

25/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

35/31/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

35/31/2026

Nashville Warbler

35/31/2026

American Redstart

35/31/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

25/31/2026

Black-throated Green Warbler

15/31/2026

Purple Finch

15/31/2026

Mourning Dove

35/31/2026

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 Cheboygan State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Cheboygan State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Cheboygan State Park?
Notable species at Cheboygan State Park include Eastern Meadowlark, Dickcissel, Grasshopper Sparrow, Northern Harrier, Bobolink. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cheboygan State Park?
Birding at Cheboygan State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Cheboygan State Park?
Cheboygan State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.