Coastal birding habitat

Park Point - ball fields & beach house area

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
CoastalUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Park Point - ball fields & beach house area is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 251 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and urban park habitat attracts American Herring Gull, American Crow, and Common Raven 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

House Finch

Haemorhous mexicanus

5/31/20261305 E Fourth St, Superior US-WI 46.71411, -92.060491 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/31/2026Wisconsin Pt. (general)2 observed

Gray-cheeked Thrush

Catharus minimus

5/31/2026Wisconsin Pt.--Makwa Ziibiins Miikana (Bear Creek Trail) (west of Wisconsin Point Rd.)2 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

5/31/2026Wisconsin Pt.--Gull Bluff1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

5/31/2026Wisconsin Pt.--Gull Bluff1 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

5/31/2026Moccasin Mike Rd.1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

5/30/2026The Little Porch1 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

5/30/2026Park Point Nature Trail1 observed

Pacific Loon

Gavia pacifica

5/29/2026Lake Superior (MN waters) viewed from Wisconsin Point1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

5/29/2026Osaugie Trail1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

5/28/2026Park Point--Park Point Rec. Area1 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

5/28/2026Kimmes-Tobin Wetlands (Douglas Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

26/1/2026

Hudsonian Whimbrel

16/1/2026

Sanderling

66/1/2026

Red-throated Loon

106/1/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

206/1/2026

Savannah Sparrow

16/1/2026

Dunlin

26/1/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

56/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

3006/1/2026

Common Loon

16/1/2026

Northern Flicker

16/1/2026

Merlin

16/1/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/1/2026

Blue Jay

156/1/2026

American Crow

56/1/2026

Tree Swallow

26/1/2026

American Robin

36/1/2026

Chipping Sparrow

16/1/2026

Song Sparrow

36/1/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  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 Park Point - ball fields & beach house area for birding?
The best months to visit Park Point - ball fields & beach house area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Park Point - ball fields & beach house area?
Notable species at Park Point - ball fields & beach house area include American Herring Gull, American Crow, Common Raven, Black-capped Chickadee, Red-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports coastal, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Park Point - ball fields & beach house area?
Birding at Park Point - ball fields & beach house area is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Park Point - ball fields & beach house area?
Park Point - ball fields & beach house area offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.