Urban Park birding habitat

Big Marine Park Reserve

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Big Marine Park Reserve is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 213 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Bald Eagle and Northern Shrike 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

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

5/31/2026Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve--Kelling Woods1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

5/31/2026Riverwood Nature Center1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

5/31/20263424 Tall Pine Trail, Stillwater US-MN 45.05525, -92.859041 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

5/31/2026William O'Brien State Park1 observed

Golden-winged Warbler

Vermivora chrysoptera

5/31/2026William O'Brien State Park1 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

5/31/2026Keystone Woods WMA1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

5/28/2026Carlos Avery WMA--Carlos Avery Unit, SW portion2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

25/30/2026

Killdeer

15/30/2026

Common Loon

15/30/2026

Green Heron

15/30/2026

Osprey

15/30/2026

Bald Eagle

15/30/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

25/30/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/30/2026

Least Flycatcher

15/30/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

25/30/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/30/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/30/2026

Blue Jay

25/30/2026

American Crow

15/30/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

25/30/2026

Tree Swallow

25/30/2026

Purple Martin

55/30/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

25/30/2026

Barn Swallow

15/30/2026

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 Big Marine Park Reserve for birding?
The best months to visit Big Marine Park Reserve for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Big Marine Park Reserve?
Notable species at Big Marine Park Reserve include American Robin, Northern Cardinal, Blue Jay, Red-tailed Hawk, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Big Marine Park Reserve?
Birding at Big Marine Park Reserve is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Big Marine Park Reserve?
Big Marine Park Reserve offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.