Glacier Ridge Metro Park - Honda Wetlands

Ohio · Midwest

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Habitat

MountainUrban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Glacier Ridge Metro Park - Honda Wetlands is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and urban park habitat attracts Mallard, Mourning Dove, and Red-tailed Hawk 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

Mallard Mourning Dove Red-tailed Hawk Blue Jay American Robin

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/24/2026Hoover Nature Preserve--Hoover Meadows1 observed

Connecticut Warbler

Oporornis agilis

5/24/2026Scioto Audubon Metro Park--Whittier1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

5/24/2026Bexley High School1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

5/24/20264237 Klondike Road, Delaware, Ohio, US (40.253, -83.146)

Merlin

Falco columbarius

5/23/2026My yard and University Addition neighborhood1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

5/23/2026Ohio State University--Mirror Lake and Browning Amphitheatre1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

75/23/2026

Mallard

35/23/2026

Mourning Dove

15/23/2026

Great Egret

15/23/2026

Tree Swallow

15/23/2026

Gray Catbird

25/23/2026

American Robin

75/23/2026

House Finch

15/23/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

65/23/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

15/23/2026

Wood Duck

5/22/2026

Barn Swallow

5/22/2026

Eastern Bluebird

15/22/2026

Common Yellowthroat

15/22/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/19/2026

Blue Jay

15/19/2026

Song Sparrow

15/19/2026

Killdeer

25/18/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

25/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

45/18/2026

Birding Tips

1
Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.
2
Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Ohio Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in Ohio →

Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Glacier Ridge Metro Park - Honda Wetlands for birding?▼

The best months to visit Glacier Ridge Metro Park - Honda Wetlands for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Glacier Ridge Metro Park - Honda Wetlands?▼

Notable species at Glacier Ridge Metro Park - Honda Wetlands include Mallard, Mourning Dove, Red-tailed Hawk, Blue Jay, American Robin. The area supports mountain, urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Glacier Ridge Metro Park - Honda Wetlands?▼

Birding at Glacier Ridge Metro Park - Honda Wetlands is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Glacier Ridge Metro Park - Honda Wetlands?▼

Glacier Ridge Metro Park - Honda Wetlands offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.