Urban Park birding habitat

Old Mission Point Park/Lighthouse Park

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Old Mission Point Park/Lighthouse Park is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Pileated Woodpecker, American Crow, and Black-capped Chickadee 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

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

6/2/2026Leland harbor1 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

5/31/2026Leland harbor1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

5/27/2026Leelanau SP--North1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/24/2026Torch Bay Beach25 observed

Barn Swallow (American)

Hirundo rustica

5/24/2026Petobego Pond2 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

5/23/2026Leelanau SP--North1 observed

Piping Plover

Charadrius melodus

5/22/2026Petobego Pond3 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

5/21/2026Boardman Lake Trail1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ring-billed Gull

15/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/31/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

15/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

25/31/2026

Blue Jay

15/31/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

15/31/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/31/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

15/31/2026

Wood Thrush

15/31/2026

American Robin

35/31/2026

Cedar Waxwing

15/31/2026

Chipping Sparrow

15/31/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

15/31/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

15/31/2026

American Redstart

25/31/2026

Pine Warbler

15/31/2026

Black-throated Green Warbler

15/31/2026

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

15/31/2026

Common Merganser

65/30/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  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 Old Mission Point Park/Lighthouse Park for birding?
The best months to visit Old Mission Point Park/Lighthouse Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Old Mission Point Park/Lighthouse Park?
Notable species at Old Mission Point Park/Lighthouse Park include Pileated Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, Tufted Titmouse. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Old Mission Point Park/Lighthouse Park?
Birding at Old Mission Point Park/Lighthouse Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Old Mission Point Park/Lighthouse Park?
Old Mission Point Park/Lighthouse Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.