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

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

7/17/2026William O'Brien State Park1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

7/17/2026William O'Brien State Park1 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

7/15/2026Hudson Blvd Ag pond2 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/15/2026Hudson Blvd - Agriculture Pond1 observed

Ruddy Duck

Oxyura jamaicensis

7/15/20266056 44th Street North, Saint Paul, Minnesota, US (45.012, -92.983)YCNH1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/14/2026Hudson Blvd Ag. Pond2 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

7/14/2026Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve--Kelling Woods1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

7/14/20267690 Village Dr, Lino Lakes US-MN 45.17795, -93.109041 observed

Red Crossbill (Ponderosa Pine or type 2)

Loxia curvirostra

7/12/2026Hedlund Home (Not exact location)13 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

7/11/2026Forest Lake—west end4 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/10/202644th St cul-de-sac1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

7/9/2026WI from MN (Arcola Bluffs Day Use Area)1 observed

Golden-winged Warbler

Vermivora chrysoptera

7/9/2026Arcola Bluffs Day Use Area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Killdeer

27/12/2026

Green Heron

17/12/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/12/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/12/2026

Northern Flicker

47/12/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/12/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/12/2026

Blue Jay

17/12/2026

American Crow

17/12/2026

Tree Swallow

27/12/2026

Purple Martin

87/12/2026

Cliff Swallow

87/12/2026

Brown Thrasher

27/12/2026

Eastern Bluebird

17/12/2026

American Robin

37/12/2026

Cedar Waxwing

27/12/2026

American Goldfinch

37/12/2026

Song Sparrow

17/12/2026

Swamp Sparrow

27/12/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

87/12/2026

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.