Grassland birding habitat

Dalton Road area

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Dalton Road area is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Ring-necked Duck 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

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/2/2026Tophith rd Marsh1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

6/2/2026Waterloo RA--Green Rd.1 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

6/2/2026Portage Lake from Welch Lake Rd2 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

6/2/20265701–6199 Prospect Hill Rd, Manchester US-MI 42.17018, -84.133941 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

6/1/2026Dalton Rd. area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ring-necked Pheasant

16/2/2026

Mourning Dove

16/2/2026

Sandhill Crane

56/2/2026

Killdeer

16/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/2/2026

Turkey Vulture

96/2/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

26/2/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/2/2026

Eastern Kingbird

36/2/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

16/2/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/2/2026

American Crow

36/2/2026

Horned Lark

36/2/2026

Tree Swallow

16/2/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

26/2/2026

Barn Swallow

16/2/2026

Northern House Wren

26/2/2026

European Starling

206/2/2026

Gray Catbird

16/2/2026

American Robin

36/2/2026

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 Dalton Road area for birding?
The best months to visit Dalton Road area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Dalton Road area?
Notable species at Dalton Road area include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Ring-necked Duck, Sandhill Crane, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Dalton Road area?
Birding at Dalton Road area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Dalton Road area?
Dalton Road area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.