Grassland birding habitat

Pine City WTP

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Pine City WTP is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland 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

Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus

5/30/2026Private property- farm house2 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

5/27/2026Pine City WTP1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/27/2026Pine City WTP1 observed

LeConte's Sparrow

Ammospiza leconteii

5/25/2026Crex Meadows SWA--Dike 15 observed

Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

5/24/2026Fish Lake SWA--Grettum Dike Rd.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

405/31/2026

Trumpeter Swan

65/31/2026

Wood Duck

105/31/2026

Gadwall

25/31/2026

Mallard

505/31/2026

Ring-necked Duck

25/31/2026

Hooded Merganser

105/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

15/31/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/31/2026

Blue Jay

15/31/2026

American Crow

15/31/2026

Barn Swallow

15/31/2026

Northern House Wren

15/31/2026

Veery

15/31/2026

Song Sparrow

15/31/2026

Swamp Sparrow

15/31/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  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 Pine City WTP for birding?
The best months to visit Pine City WTP for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Pine City WTP?
Notable species at Pine City WTP include Eastern Meadowlark, Dickcissel, Grasshopper Sparrow, Northern Harrier, Bobolink. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pine City WTP?
Birding at Pine City WTP is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Pine City WTP?
Pine City WTP offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.