Lake birding habitat

Grand Lake Saint Marys State Park

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Grand Lake Saint Marys State Park is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This lake 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

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

6/2/2026Huber Flood Plain Restoration1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

6/1/2026Grand Lake Saint Marys SP--Windy Point1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

5/25/2026St. Marys Fish Hatchery2 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/25/2026503 Reichelderfer Road, Cridersville, Ohio, US (40.647, -84.15)Delong Nature Park1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/24/2026Kendrick Woods State Nature Preserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

796/2/2026

Mallard

136/2/2026

Lesser Scaup

26/2/2026

Mourning Dove

46/2/2026

Killdeer

26/2/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

26/2/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

66/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

16/2/2026

Great Egret

66/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

26/2/2026

Downy Woodpecker

16/2/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/2/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/2/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

26/2/2026

Carolina Chickadee

16/2/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

16/2/2026

Barn Swallow

36/2/2026

European Starling

356/2/2026

Gray Catbird

16/2/2026

Brown Thrasher

46/2/2026

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