Forest birding habitat

Hooper Lane

North Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Hooper Lane is a productive birding destination in North Carolina, with 246 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Black Vulture, and Red-shouldered Hawk among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Black-bellied Plover

Pluvialis squatarola

5/31/2026Mountain Range-Driving Range1 observed

American Coot

Fulica americana

5/31/2026Biltmore Estate--The Lagoon1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

5/30/2026Hooper Lane13 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

5/29/2026175 Rockwell Drive, Fletcher, North Carolina, US (35.417, -82.512)1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

5/29/2026Tanager Ln (My Yard), Hendersonville US-NC1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

5/29/2026Lake Lure6 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

25/31/2026

Killdeer

15/31/2026

Black Vulture

15/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

25/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/31/2026

Blue Jay

25/31/2026

Tree Swallow

75/31/2026

Purple Martin

45/31/2026

Barn Swallow

15/31/2026

Carolina Wren

25/31/2026

European Starling

35/31/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/31/2026

Eastern Bluebird

15/31/2026

American Robin

35/31/2026

House Sparrow

45/31/2026

House Finch

25/31/2026

American Goldfinch

15/31/2026

Song Sparrow

25/31/2026

Eastern Towhee

15/31/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

45/31/2026

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

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hooper Lane for birding?
The best months to visit Hooper Lane for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Hooper Lane?
Notable species at Hooper Lane include Mourning Dove, Black Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, Red-tailed Hawk, Northern Flicker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hooper Lane?
Birding at Hooper Lane is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Hooper Lane?
Hooper Lane offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.