Urban Park birding habitat

Park Point - Park Point Rec. Area

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Park Point - Park Point Rec. Area is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 293 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Bald Eagle, American Crow, and Black-capped Chickadee 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

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

7/11/20267401–7499 WIS-13, South Range US-WI 46.64762, -91.918851 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

7/8/2026Stony Point1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/8/2026Slag Point (Morgan Park Mudflats)1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/6/2026Slag Point (Morgan Park Mudflats)1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

7/4/2026Hearding Island Bay2 observed

Rock Pigeon

Columba livia

7/3/2026Park Point--12th St. access4 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

7/3/2026Slag Point (Morgan Park Mudflats)1 observed

Piping Plover

Charadrius melodus

7/2/2026Park Point--Park Point Rec. Area1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

7/1/2026Laura's yard1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

6/30/2026Park Point--Dune Bridge near airport2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ring-billed Gull

267/12/2026

Bald Eagle

47/12/2026

Northern Flicker

27/12/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

27/12/2026

American Crow

77/12/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

27/12/2026

Cedar Waxwing

97/12/2026

Purple Finch

17/12/2026

Red Crossbill

17/12/2026

American Goldfinch

17/12/2026

Chipping Sparrow

27/12/2026

Savannah Sparrow

17/12/2026

Song Sparrow

47/12/2026

American Redstart

17/12/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

17/12/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

7/12/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

7/12/2026

Canada Goose

77/12/2026

American Herring Gull

17/12/2026

Common Tern

17/12/2026

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 Park Point - Park Point Rec. Area for birding?
The best months to visit Park Point - Park Point Rec. Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Park Point - Park Point Rec. Area?
Notable species at Park Point - Park Point Rec. Area include Bald Eagle, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, Common Raven, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Park Point - Park Point Rec. Area?
Birding at Park Point - Park Point Rec. 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 - Park Point Rec. Area?
Park Point - Park Point Rec. Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.