Urban Park birding habitat

Lebanon Hills Regional Park

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lebanon Hills Regional Park is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

7/21/2026Hudson Boulevard Ag Field, Oakdale1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/21/2026Fort Snelling SP--Pike Island1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

7/21/2026140th St. Marsh2 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

7/21/2026Crosby Farm Regional Park1 observed

Eurasian Tree Sparrow

Passer montanus

7/19/2026205th St.7 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Spotted Sandpiper

17/21/2026

Green Heron

47/21/2026

Great Egret

17/21/2026

Broad-winged Hawk

17/21/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/21/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/21/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

17/21/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

27/21/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/21/2026

Blue Jay

17/21/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

67/21/2026

Barn Swallow

107/21/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

17/21/2026

American Robin

87/21/2026

House Finch

27/21/2026

American Goldfinch

77/21/2026

Chipping Sparrow

17/21/2026

Song Sparrow

37/21/2026

Baltimore Oriole

27/21/2026

Common Yellowthroat

27/21/2026

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 Lebanon Hills Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Lebanon Hills Regional Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lebanon Hills Regional Park?
Notable species at Lebanon Hills Regional Park include American Robin, Northern Cardinal, Blue Jay, Red-tailed Hawk, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lebanon Hills Regional Park?
Birding at Lebanon Hills Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lebanon Hills Regional Park?
Lebanon Hills Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.