Grassland birding habitat

Red Rock Rd

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Red Rock Rd is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Rock Pigeon 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

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

6/1/2026East Mississippi River Flats, Minneapolis1 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

5/31/2026Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve--Kelling Woods1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

5/31/2026Fish Creek Natural Area1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

5/31/2026Lebanon Hills btwn Pilot Knob and Johnny Cake1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

5/31/20263424 Tall Pine Trail, Stillwater US-MN 45.05525, -92.859041 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/31/2026Crosby Farm Regional Park1 observed

Eurasian Tree Sparrow

Passer montanus

5/30/202610901 205th St E, Hastings2 observed

Ruffed Grouse

Bonasa umbellus

5/30/202654022, River Falls US-WI 44.84048, -92.660474 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

5/29/2026Crosby Farm Regional Park1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

5/28/2026Lost Valley Prairie SNA1 observed

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

5/26/2026Lebanon Hills Regional Park--Jensen Lake Loop1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

5/26/202611211 60th St N, Lake Elmo US-MN 45.03300, -92.880201 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

55/18/2026

Trumpeter Swan

25/18/2026

Wood Duck

95/18/2026

Blue-winged Teal

25/18/2026

Northern Shoveler

15/18/2026

Gadwall

15/18/2026

Mallard

85/18/2026

Rock Pigeon

85/18/2026

Mourning Dove

45/18/2026

Chimney Swift

45/18/2026

Killdeer

35/18/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/18/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

15/18/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

15/18/2026

Least Sandpiper

35/18/2026

Ring-billed Gull

85/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

65/18/2026

Green Heron

45/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

35/18/2026

American White Pelican

15/18/2026

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 Red Rock Rd for birding?
The best months to visit Red Rock Rd for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Red Rock Rd?
Notable species at Red Rock Rd include Canada Goose, Mallard, Rock Pigeon, Bald Eagle, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Red Rock Rd?
Birding at Red Rock Rd is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Red Rock Rd?
Red Rock Rd offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.