Grassland birding habitat

Vreeland Road

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Vreeland Road is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Harrier, and Red-tailed Hawk 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

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

7/13/2026Bird Hills Nature Area1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/12/2026Kensington Metropark--general (Oakland Co. only)1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

7/11/2026Crystal Waters SGA1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

7/10/2026Gallup Park1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

7/9/2026Oakwoods Metropark1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

7/7/2026Newburg lake1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wild Turkey

17/11/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

27/11/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

27/11/2026

European Starling

307/11/2026

Eastern Bluebird

37/11/2026

Cedar Waxwing

57/11/2026

Savannah Sparrow

47/11/2026

Song Sparrow

87/11/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

257/11/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

67/11/2026

Indigo Bunting

67/11/2026

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 Vreeland Road for birding?
The best months to visit Vreeland Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Vreeland Road?
Notable species at Vreeland Road include Canada Goose, Northern Harrier, Red-tailed Hawk, American Crow, Horned Lark. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Vreeland Road?
Birding at Vreeland Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Vreeland Road?
Vreeland Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.