Lake birding habitat

Alum Creek State Park - Alum Reservoir

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
LakeRiver/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Alum Creek State Park - Alum Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This lake and river/riparian habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

7/22/2026Griggs1 observed

Ruddy Duck

Oxyura jamaicensis

7/22/20265154–5170 Tuttle Crossing Blvd, Columbus US-OH 40.07646, -83.130242 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

7/21/2026Hoover Nature Preserve--Area N1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/20/2026O'Shaughnessy Nature Preserve--Twin Lakes1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

7/19/2026Griggs Reservoir Park--Dam to Fishinger Rd. Bridge1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

1507/22/2026

Killdeer

37/22/2026

Ring-billed Gull

507/22/2026

American Herring Gull

57/22/2026

Caspian Tern

47/22/2026

Black Vulture

17/22/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/22/2026

Osprey

17/22/2026

Barn Swallow

37/22/2026

Cliff Swallow

207/22/2026

European Starling

27/22/2026

Mallard

17/21/2026

Mourning Dove

27/21/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

17/21/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

407/21/2026

Green Heron

37/21/2026

Willow Flycatcher

17/21/2026

American Crow

27/21/2026

Tree Swallow

17/21/2026

Purple Martin

37/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  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 Alum Creek State Park - Alum Reservoir for birding?
The best months to visit Alum Creek State Park - Alum Reservoir for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Alum Creek State Park - Alum Reservoir?
Notable species at Alum Creek State Park - Alum Reservoir include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake, river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Alum Creek State Park - Alum Reservoir?
Birding at Alum Creek State Park - Alum Reservoir is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Alum Creek State Park - Alum Reservoir?
Alum Creek State Park - Alum Reservoir offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.