Tony Schmidt Park

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Tony Schmidt Park is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 223 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Trumpeter Swan, Red-tailed Hawk, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/6/2026Mother Lake1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

3/6/2026Nine Mile Creek1 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

3/5/2026Veterans Memorial Park1 observed

Golden-crowned Kinglet

Regulus satrapa

3/5/2026Minnesota Valley NWR--Bass Ponds1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

3/4/2026Edward Lake1 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/4/2026Mississippi West Regional Park1 observed

Carolina Wren (Northern)

Thryothorus ludovicianus

3/3/2026Dermatologists1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

3/1/2026Kaposia Landing1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Trumpeter Swan

23/3/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/3/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

33/3/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Blue Jay

23/3/2026

American Crow

23/3/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

63/3/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/3/2026

American Robin

13/3/2026

American Tree Sparrow

63/3/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

13/3/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/3/2026

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 Tony Schmidt Park for birding?
The best months to visit Tony Schmidt Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tony Schmidt Park?
Notable species at Tony Schmidt Park include Trumpeter Swan, Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tony Schmidt Park?
Birding at Tony Schmidt Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Tony Schmidt Park?
Tony Schmidt Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.