Yankee Hill State Wildlife Management Area

Nebraska · Midwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Yankee Hill State Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Nebraska, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Greater White-fronted Goose, Cackling Goose, and Canada Goose 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

3/5/2026Pioneers Park Nature Center13 observed

Smith's Longspur

Calcarius pictus

3/5/2026Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center2 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/5/2026UNL City Campus1 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

3/3/2026Stagecoach Lake SRA1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

3/3/2026Yard List1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/3/2026Pioneers Park1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (cismontanus)

Junco hyemalis

3/1/2026Home2 observed

Pied-billed Grebe

Podilymbus podiceps

2/28/2026Stagecoach Lake SRA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

73/5/2026

Greater White-fronted Goose

503/5/2026

Cackling Goose

103/5/2026

Canada Goose

2003/5/2026

Northern Shoveler

163/5/2026

Gadwall

813/5/2026

American Wigeon

73/5/2026

Mallard

113/5/2026

Northern Pintail

103/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

83/5/2026

Ring-necked Duck

453/5/2026

Lesser Scaup

23/5/2026

Mourning Dove

13/5/2026

Killdeer

53/5/2026

Bald Eagle

13/5/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/5/2026

American Robin

23/5/2026

American Tree Sparrow

33/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

93/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  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 Yankee Hill State Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Yankee Hill State Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Yankee Hill State Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Yankee Hill State Wildlife Management Area include Greater White-fronted Goose, Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Yankee Hill State Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Yankee Hill State Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Yankee Hill State Wildlife Management Area?
Yankee Hill State Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.