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Birding Near Indianapolis, IN

17 birding locations within 50 miles

Indiana · United States

17

Locations

43+

Species

6

Habitats

2

Peak Seasons

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Birding Locations Near Indianapolis

Lake birding habitat

Indiana

9.3 mi away

Moderate

Eagle Creek Reservoir

Lake birding hotspot in Indiana with 233 recorded species.

LakeRiver/RiparianSpringFall
Grassland birding habitat

Indiana

10.0 mi away

Easy

Fort Harrison State Park

Grassland birding hotspot in Indiana with 224 recorded species.

GrasslandWetlandSpringFall
green and yellow trees beside river under blue sky during daytime

Indiana

10.7 mi away

Easy

Eagle Creek Park

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Indiana with 288 recorded species.

River/RiparianUrban ParkSpringFall
River/Riparian birding habitat

Indiana

10.8 mi away

Easy

Eagle Creek Park - Coffer Dam

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Indiana with 258 recorded species.

River/RiparianUrban ParkSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

Indiana

12.1 mi away

Moderate

Browning Marsh

Wetland birding hotspot in Indiana with 208 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

Indiana

13.5 mi away

Moderate

Geist Reservoir

Lake birding hotspot in Indiana with 230 recorded species.

LakeSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

Indiana

17.1 mi away

Moderate

Geist Reservoir

Lake birding hotspot in Indiana with 222 recorded species.

LakeSpringFall
Grassland birding habitat

Indiana

26.7 mi away

Moderate

Atterbury FWA

Grassland birding hotspot in Indiana with 245 recorded species.

GrasslandWetlandSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

Indiana

37.5 mi away

Moderate

Lake Lemon - Hengeveld's

Lake birding hotspot in Indiana with 248 recorded species.

LakeSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

Indiana

37.5 mi away

Moderate

Lake Lemon

Lake birding hotspot in Indiana with 205 recorded species.

LakeSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

Indiana

43.7 mi away

Moderate

Griffy Lake

Lake birding hotspot in Indiana with 201 recorded species.

LakeSpringFall
River/Riparian birding habitat

Indiana

45.0 mi away

Moderate

Lye Creek Prairie Burn, aka The Burn

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Indiana with 240 recorded species.

River/RiparianGrasslandSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

Indiana

45.1 mi away

Moderate

Stillwater Marsh

Wetland birding hotspot in Indiana with 250 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
Grassland birding habitat

Indiana

46.9 mi away

Moderate

North Fork Waterfowl Resting Area

Grassland birding hotspot in Indiana with 240 recorded species.

GrasslandWetlandSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

Indiana

48.6 mi away

Easy

Summit Lake State Park

Lake birding hotspot in Indiana with 269 recorded species.

LakeMountainSpringFall
Grassland birding habitat

Indiana

49.7 mi away

Moderate

Paynetown State Recreation Area

Grassland birding hotspot in Indiana with 236 recorded species.

GrasslandWetlandSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

Indiana

49.9 mi away

Moderate

Lake Waveland

Lake birding hotspot in Indiana with 209 recorded species.

LakeSpringFall

Top Species Near Indianapolis

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

Canada GooseMallardHooded MerganserCommon MerganserRing-billed GullMourning DoveBelted KingfisherRed-bellied WoodpeckerMute SwanGadwallAmerican WigeonAmerican WoodcockCooper's HawkAmerican RobinHouse SparrowWhite-throated SparrowSong SparrowAmerican Herring GullLesser Black-backed GullRing-necked DuckAmerican CootKilldeerBuffleheadCanvasbackEastern Meadowlark+18 more

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Lake8 locations
Wetland6 locations
Grassland5 locations
River/Riparian4 locations
Urban Park2 locations
Mountain1 location

Best Seasons:

Spring17 locations
Fall17 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near Indianapolis, IN?▼
Top birding locations within 50 miles of Indianapolis include Eagle Creek Reservoir, Fort Harrison State Park, Eagle Creek Park, Eagle Creek Park - Coffer Dam, Browning Marsh. These spots offer lake, river/riparian, grassland habitats.
What birds can I see near Indianapolis?▼
Birders near Indianapolis can spot species including Canada Goose, Mallard, Hooded Merganser, Common Merganser, Ring-billed Gull, Mourning Dove, Belted Kingfisher, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area's 6 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near Indianapolis?▼
The best seasons for birding near Indianapolis are Spring and Fall. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near Indianapolis?▼
There are 17 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Indianapolis, IN, ranging from 9.3 to 49.9 miles from the city center.

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