Grassland birding habitat

Harley Ensign Memorial Boating Access Site

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Harley Ensign Memorial Boating Access Site is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Tundra Swan 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

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

6/2/2026Ruedisale Point Park1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

6/2/2026Wetzel SP6 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/31/2026Große Pointe Park Neighborhood1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/31/2026Lake St. Clair Metropark (Metro Beach Metropark)2 observed

Crested Caracara

Caracara plancus

5/30/2026King Road Park, Marine City US-MI 42.71467, -82.510101 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

5/29/2026Harley Ensign Memorial Boating Access Site7 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

5/29/2026Lake St. Clair Metropark (Metro Beach Metropark)1 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

5/29/2026St. Johns Marsh1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American White Pelican

75/29/2026

Common Tern

15/28/2026

Canada Goose

65/28/2026

Mute Swan

65/28/2026

Mallard

35/28/2026

Mourning Dove

15/28/2026

Killdeer

35/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

25/28/2026

American Herring Gull

15/28/2026

Forster's Tern

125/28/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

75/28/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/28/2026

Purple Martin

25/28/2026

Barn Swallow

35/28/2026

European Starling

35/28/2026

American Robin

35/28/2026

House Sparrow

25/28/2026

House Finch

15/28/2026

Song Sparrow

15/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

45/28/2026

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 Harley Ensign Memorial Boating Access Site for birding?
The best months to visit Harley Ensign Memorial Boating Access Site for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Harley Ensign Memorial Boating Access Site?
Notable species at Harley Ensign Memorial Boating Access Site include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Tundra Swan, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Harley Ensign Memorial Boating Access Site?
Birding at Harley Ensign Memorial Boating Access Site is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Harley Ensign Memorial Boating Access Site?
Harley Ensign Memorial Boating Access Site offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.