Urban Park birding habitat

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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

7/21/2026Crosby Farm Regional Park1 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

7/20/2026Linwood Park1 observed

Northern Shoveler

Spatula clypeata

7/20/2026Watermark Retention Pond4 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

7/20/2026Watermark Retention Pond1 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

7/19/2026Watermark Retention Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Broad-winged Hawk

27/20/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/20/2026

Eastern Kingbird

37/20/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

27/20/2026

Gray Catbird

17/20/2026

American Robin

27/20/2026

Cedar Waxwing

57/20/2026

Song Sparrow

17/20/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

57/20/2026

Common Yellowthroat

67/20/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/20/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

17/8/2026

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.