Fort Kearny Hike-Bike Trail

Nebraska · Midwest

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Habitat

GrasslandWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Fort Kearny Hike-Bike Trail is a productive birding destination in Nebraska, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Ross's Goose, and Mallard 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

Snow Goose Ross's Goose Mallard Common Merganser Eurasian Collared-Dove

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

7/17/2026Bufflehead WMA1 observed

Red Crossbill (Ponderosa Pine or type 2)

Loxia curvirostra

7/17/2026Apollo Park - Kearney NE 40.71039, -99.089831 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

7/8/20263845 W 56th St, Kearney US-NE 40.73134, -99.133051 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

87/15/2026

Mallard

167/15/2026

Northern Bobwhite

37/15/2026

Wild Turkey

47/15/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

27/15/2026

Mourning Dove

47/15/2026

Common Nighthawk

17/15/2026

Killdeer

47/15/2026

Upland Sandpiper

17/15/2026

Wilson's Snipe

17/15/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

27/15/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/15/2026

Belted Kingfisher

37/15/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

27/15/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/15/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/15/2026

Northern Flicker

27/15/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/15/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

27/15/2026

Western Kingbird

27/15/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.
2
Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Fort Kearny Hike-Bike Trail for birding?▼

The best months to visit Fort Kearny Hike-Bike Trail for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Fort Kearny Hike-Bike Trail?▼

Notable species at Fort Kearny Hike-Bike Trail include Snow Goose, Ross's Goose, Mallard, Common Merganser, Eurasian Collared-Dove. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Fort Kearny Hike-Bike Trail?▼

Birding at Fort Kearny Hike-Bike Trail is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Fort Kearny Hike-Bike Trail?▼

Fort Kearny Hike-Bike Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.