Forest birding habitat

Whitetail Woods Regional Park

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
ForestUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Whitetail Woods Regional Park is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This forest and urban park habitat attracts Bald Eagle, 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

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

4/15/2026Dog Park1 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

4/15/2026Fort Snelling SP--Visitor Center1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/15/2026180th St. Marsh (Marshall's Marsh)1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

4/15/2026Tamarack Nature Preserve1 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

4/15/2026140th St. Marsh1 observed

Cinnamon Teal

Spatula cyanoptera

4/14/2026140th St. Marsh1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

34/14/2026

Trumpeter Swan

24/14/2026

Wood Duck

24/14/2026

Blue-winged Teal

14/14/2026

Northern Shoveler

24/14/2026

Mallard

44/14/2026

Ring-necked Duck

44/14/2026

Hooded Merganser

124/14/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

14/14/2026

Mourning Dove

24/14/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

24/14/2026

Great Egret

14/14/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

14/14/2026

Northern Flicker

34/14/2026

Blue Jay

14/14/2026

Tree Swallow

14/14/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/14/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/14/2026

American Robin

54/14/2026

Field Sparrow

14/14/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

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