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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

5/27/2026Rush River Delta SNA2 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

5/24/2026Lake Avenue Way, Frontenac, Minnesota, US (44.529, -92.33)1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

5/23/2026Frontenac SP--Sand Point1 observed

Ruffed Grouse

Bonasa umbellus

5/20/2026S59–S99 WIS-25, Alma US-WI 44.58392, -92.011391 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

115/28/2026

Wood Duck

15/28/2026

Mallard

25/28/2026

Hooded Merganser

15/28/2026

Killdeer

15/28/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/28/2026

Bald Eagle

15/28/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

15/28/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/28/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/28/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

15/28/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

25/28/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

25/28/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/28/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/28/2026

Blue Jay

15/28/2026

American Crow

25/28/2026

Tufted Titmouse

5/28/2026

Tree Swallow

15/28/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

25/28/2026

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.