Carver Park Reserve - Grimm Road Picnic/Rec. Area

Minnesota · Midwest

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Carver Park Reserve - Grimm Road Picnic/Rec. Area is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 239 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Bald Eagle 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 Trumpeter Swan Bald Eagle Red-tailed Hawk Red-bellied Woodpecker

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Western Grebe

Aechmophorus occidentalis

7/4/2026Medicine Lake1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/4/2026Hilloway Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

57/11/2026

Mourning Dove

27/11/2026

Black-billed Cuckoo

17/11/2026

Chimney Swift

37/11/2026

Sandhill Crane

27/11/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/11/2026

Osprey

27/11/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

27/11/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

27/11/2026

Northern Flicker

17/11/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

37/11/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

37/11/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

17/11/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

67/11/2026

Blue Jay

97/11/2026

American Crow

37/11/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

47/11/2026

Tree Swallow

27/11/2026

Barn Swallow

67/11/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

27/11/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

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Where to See Bald Eagles

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Bird Identification: The Four Keys

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Carver Park Reserve - Grimm Road Picnic/Rec. Area for birding?▼

The best months to visit Carver Park Reserve - Grimm Road Picnic/Rec. Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Carver Park Reserve - Grimm Road Picnic/Rec. Area?▼

Notable species at Carver Park Reserve - Grimm Road Picnic/Rec. Area include Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Carver Park Reserve - Grimm Road Picnic/Rec. Area?▼

Birding at Carver Park Reserve - Grimm Road Picnic/Rec. Area is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Carver Park Reserve - Grimm Road Picnic/Rec. Area?▼

Carver Park Reserve - Grimm Road Picnic/Rec. Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.