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Blendon Woods Metro Park

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
ForestUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM

About This Location

Blendon Woods Metro Park is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This forest and urban park habitat attracts Blue Jay, American Robin, and Northern Cardinal 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

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

Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus

7/20/2026Jackson Pike Waste Water Treatment Plant (restricted access)3 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

7/20/2026Pickerington Ponds (Franklin Co.)1 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

7/20/2026Griggs Reservoir Park--Disc Golf Course1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

7/20/2026Griggs Reservoir Park--Dam to Fishinger Rd. Bridge1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Barred Owl

37/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

37/20/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

17/20/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/20/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/20/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

47/20/2026

Blue Jay

17/20/2026

Carolina Chickadee

27/20/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

27/20/2026

Northern House Wren

17/20/2026

Wood Thrush

17/20/2026

American Robin

57/20/2026

House Finch

57/20/2026

American Goldfinch

47/20/2026

Common Yellowthroat

57/20/2026

Northern Cardinal

77/20/2026

Indigo Bunting

147/20/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/19/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

27/19/2026

Canada Goose

147/19/2026

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

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

  4. 4

    Check eBird hotspot data before visiting to see recent sightings and what species are being reported.

  5. 5

    Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Blendon Woods Metro Park for birding?
The best months to visit Blendon Woods Metro Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Blendon Woods Metro Park?
Notable species at Blendon Woods Metro Park include Blue Jay, American Robin, Northern Cardinal, Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Cooper's Hawk, Eastern Bluebird, Turkey Vulture, Mourning Dove, Killdeer, American Woodcock, American Crow. The area supports forest, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Blendon Woods Metro Park?
Birding at Blendon Woods Metro Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
Is there an entrance fee at Blendon Woods Metro Park?
There is no entrance fee at Blendon Woods Metro Park. Hours: Open daily, 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM.
What amenities are available at Blendon Woods Metro Park?
Blendon Woods Metro Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.