Paul Henry-Thornapple Trail - Middleville

Michigan · Midwest

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Habitat

GrasslandWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Paul Henry-Thornapple Trail - Middleville is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Wood 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

Canada Goose Mute Swan Wood Duck Mallard Hooded Merganser

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

7/18/2026Michael McGraw Park3 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/15/2026727 Ardmore Street Southeast, Grand Rapids, Michigan, US (42.928, -85.649)1 observed

Common Nighthawk

Chordeiles minor

7/13/2026Paul Henry Thornapple Trail--east of Devine Rd.1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

7/13/2026Dolan Nature Sanctuary (Baker Ave. Coldwater River Sanctuary)3 observed

Brewer's Blackbird

Euphagus cyanocephalus

7/12/2026Gun River Aggregates gravel pit lake (restricted access)1 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

7/11/20266280 scotthille drive southeast ada Mi1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/10/2026Gun River Aggregates gravel pit lake (restricted access)1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

7/9/2026Grand River Nature Trail1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

7/8/2026Hidden Pond Preserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

87/17/2026

Wood Duck

47/17/2026

Mallard

47/17/2026

Mourning Dove

37/17/2026

Chimney Swift

17/17/2026

Killdeer

17/17/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/17/2026

Green Heron

17/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/17/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/17/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

27/17/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/17/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/17/2026

Northern Flicker

17/17/2026

Willow Flycatcher

17/17/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/17/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

17/17/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

27/17/2026

American Crow

17/17/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/17/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.
2
Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Paul Henry-Thornapple Trail - Middleville for birding?▼

The best months to visit Paul Henry-Thornapple Trail - Middleville for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Paul Henry-Thornapple Trail - Middleville?▼

Notable species at Paul Henry-Thornapple Trail - Middleville include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Wood Duck, Mallard, Hooded Merganser. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Paul Henry-Thornapple Trail - Middleville?▼

Birding at Paul Henry-Thornapple Trail - Middleville is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Paul Henry-Thornapple Trail - Middleville?▼

Paul Henry-Thornapple Trail - Middleville offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.