Burke Lakefront Airport

Ohio · Midwest

ModerateView on eBird Directions

Habitat

GrasslandWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Burke Lakefront Airport is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 209 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland 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

Loading map...

Notable Species

Eastern Meadowlark Dickcissel Grasshopper Sparrow Northern Harrier Bobolink

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

7/19/2026Roadrunner Romp1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

7/18/2026Cleveland Lakefront Nature Preserve1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

7/15/202619350 Puritas Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio, US (41.435, -81.836)1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

7/11/2026North Marginal near Burke1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Killdeer

37/10/2026

Osprey

17/10/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/10/2026

Barn Swallow

37/10/2026

American Robin

17/10/2026

Ring-billed Gull

17/10/2026

American Goldfinch

17/10/2026

Savannah Sparrow

27/10/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

37/10/2026

Black-necked Stilt

17/10/2026

Caspian Tern

17/10/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/10/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/10/2026

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

More in Ohio

Magee Marsh Wildlife Area

The warbler capital of North America with legendary boardwalk birding on Lake Erie.

Alum Creek State Park - Alum Reservoir

Lake birding hotspot in Ohio with 211 recorded species.

Alum Creek State Park - Beach and Alum Reservoir South

Coastal birding hotspot in Ohio with 259 recorded species.

Ohio Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in Ohio →

Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Burke Lakefront Airport for birding?▼

The best months to visit Burke Lakefront Airport for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Burke Lakefront Airport?▼

Notable species at Burke Lakefront Airport include Eastern Meadowlark, Dickcissel, Grasshopper Sparrow, Northern Harrier, Bobolink. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Burke Lakefront Airport?▼

Birding at Burke Lakefront Airport is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Burke Lakefront Airport?▼

Burke Lakefront Airport offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.