Urban Park birding habitat

Hok-Si-La Park

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hok-Si-La Park is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Bald Eagle, Downy Woodpecker, and Hairy Woodpecker 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

7/11/2026Old Stone House Trail 24940 305th Street, Red Wing, Minnesota, US (44.502, -92.565)1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

7/10/2026Nugget Lake1 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

7/10/2026Collischan Rd1 observed

Eurasian Tree Sparrow

Passer montanus

7/4/2026Goodhue Birding Society1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Turkey Vulture

57/5/2026

Bald Eagle

17/5/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

17/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/5/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/5/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/5/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/5/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

27/5/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/5/2026

Blue Jay

17/5/2026

American Crow

17/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

27/5/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

27/5/2026

American Robin

37/5/2026

Cedar Waxwing

67/5/2026

American Goldfinch

7/5/2026

Song Sparrow

17/5/2026

Baltimore Oriole

17/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/5/2026

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 Hok-Si-La Park for birding?
The best months to visit Hok-Si-La Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Hok-Si-La Park?
Notable species at Hok-Si-La Park include Bald Eagle, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hok-Si-La Park?
Birding at Hok-Si-La Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Hok-Si-La Park?
Hok-Si-La Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.