Oakwoods Metropark

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Oakwoods Metropark is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, 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

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/5/2026North Bay Park/Ford Lake Boardwalk1 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/4/2026Windsor--Ojibway Park1 observed

Northern Saw-whet Owl

Aegolius acadicus

3/3/2026Windsor--Ojibway Park1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

3/2/2026Sterling SP25 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

3/1/2026Belleville Lake--Belleville Rd. access1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/1/2026Home1 observed

Double-crested Cormorant

Nannopterum auritum

3/1/2026Belleville Lake--Belleville Rd. access1 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

2/28/2026Vreeland Rd.1 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

2/28/2026Lake Erie Metropark--Detroit River Hawk Watch1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

2/28/2026Lake Erie Metropark2 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

2/28/2026North Bay Park/Ford Lake Boardwalk1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

2503/1/2026

Mallard

803/1/2026

Ring-necked Duck

43/1/2026

Hooded Merganser

23/1/2026

Common Merganser

33/1/2026

Mourning Dove

13/1/2026

Sandhill Crane

33/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

23/1/2026

Bald Eagle

13/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

33/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Blue Jay

103/1/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

53/1/2026

Tufted Titmouse

53/1/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/1/2026

Eastern Bluebird

13/1/2026

American Robin

33/1/2026

American Goldfinch

13/1/2026

American Tree Sparrow

33/1/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

23/1/2026

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 Oakwoods Metropark for birding?
The best months to visit Oakwoods Metropark for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Oakwoods Metropark?
Notable species at Oakwoods Metropark include Canada Goose, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Hooded Merganser, Common Merganser. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Oakwoods Metropark?
Birding at Oakwoods Metropark is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Oakwoods Metropark?
Oakwoods Metropark offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.