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

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

4/16/2026Crystal Spring SNA1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/16/2026Home1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/16/2026Home1 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

4/16/2026Home1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

4/16/2026Home1 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

4/16/2026964 Trout Brook Rd, Hudson US-WI 45.00166, -92.720561 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/16/2026Hedlund Home (Not exact location)1 observed

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

4/15/2026Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant--Wildlife Viewing Area1 observed

Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

4/15/2026Hedlund Home (Not exact location)1 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

4/15/2026Sucker Lake1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/15/2026Maplewood Nature Center1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

4/14/2026The Sanctuary1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

4/14/2026Willow River State Park, Hudson US-WI 45.01187, -92.690132 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

4/13/2026Serendipity1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

64/13/2026

Mallard

24/13/2026

Bufflehead

64/13/2026

Mourning Dove

24/13/2026

Killdeer

14/13/2026

Common Loon

14/13/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

44/13/2026

Northern Flicker

24/13/2026

Eastern Phoebe

34/13/2026

Blue Jay

24/13/2026

Tree Swallow

24/13/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/13/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

14/13/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

24/13/2026

American Robin

14/13/2026

American Tree Sparrow

14/13/2026

Song Sparrow

34/13/2026

Swamp Sparrow

14/13/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

14/13/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

34/13/2026

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.