Grassland birding habitat

Burke Lakefront Airport

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
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

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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

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

6/3/2026602 Saint Clair Avenue Northeast, Cleveland, Ohio, US (41.503, -81.692)1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

6/2/2026437 Janes Ln, Macedonia US-OH 41.32006, -81.523342 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

6/1/2026Solon Landfill1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

5/31/2026US-OH-Kirtland-Kirtland Chardon Rd2 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

5/31/2026Yard1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

5/31/2026Solon Landfill1 observed

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

5/29/2026Euclid Creek Reservation--Wildwood Stream and Wetland Restoration1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

5/29/2026Euclid Creek Reservation--Wildwood Stream and Wetland Restoration1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Peregrine Falcon

16/3/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

16/3/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/3/2026

Blue Jay

16/3/2026

Gray Catbird

26/3/2026

Wood Thrush

16/3/2026

American Robin

16/3/2026

Northern Cardinal

26/3/2026

Cedar Waxwing

26/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

16/2/2026

Chimney Swift

16/2/2026

Killdeer

16/2/2026

House Sparrow

16/2/2026

Canada Goose

156/2/2026

Mallard

36/2/2026

American Herring Gull

16/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

26/2/2026

Eastern Kingbird

26/2/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

26/2/2026

Tree Swallow

46/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  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 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.