River/Riparian birding habitat

Bazile Creek Wildlife Management Area

Nebraska · Midwest

Habitat
River/RiparianWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Bazile Creek Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Nebraska, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Northern Pintail 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

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

7/8/2026893rd Road, Niobrara, Nebraska, US (42.77, -98.029)4 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Sharp-tailed Grouse

107/19/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

17/19/2026

Mourning Dove

17/19/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/19/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/19/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

27/19/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/19/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

27/19/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/19/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/19/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/19/2026

American Crow

17/19/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/19/2026

Northern House Wren

67/19/2026

Brown Thrasher

27/19/2026

Eastern Bluebird

37/19/2026

American Robin

37/19/2026

Western Meadowlark

47/19/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

47/19/2026

Common Grackle

27/19/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  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 Bazile Creek Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Bazile Creek Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Bazile Creek Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Bazile Creek Wildlife Management Area include Canada Goose, Mallard, Northern Pintail, Common Merganser, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports river/riparian, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bazile Creek Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Bazile Creek Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Bazile Creek Wildlife Management Area?
Bazile Creek Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.