Hoover Scenic Trail, Plumb Road to Wiese Road

Ohio · Midwest

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Habitat

GrasslandWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hoover Scenic Trail, Plumb Road to Wiese Road is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Ring-billed Gull 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

Canada Goose Mourning Dove Ring-billed Gull Great Blue Heron Black Vulture

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

7/21/2026Griggs Reservoir Park--Disc Golf Course1 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

7/21/2026Hoover Nature Preserve--Area N1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

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

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

7/19/2026Griggs Reservoir Park--Dam to Fishinger Rd. Bridge1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

57/21/2026

Mallard

107/21/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

47/21/2026

Caspian Tern

27/21/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

27/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/21/2026

Osprey

17/21/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/21/2026

Blue Jay

17/21/2026

Barn Swallow

17/21/2026

Gray Catbird

27/21/2026

American Robin

17/21/2026

American Goldfinch

37/21/2026

Chipping Sparrow

17/21/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

57/21/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/21/2026

Wood Duck

37/21/2026

Purple Martin

47/21/2026

Mourning Dove

27/21/2026

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hoover Scenic Trail, Plumb Road to Wiese Road for birding?▼

The best months to visit Hoover Scenic Trail, Plumb Road to Wiese Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Hoover Scenic Trail, Plumb Road to Wiese Road?▼

Notable species at Hoover Scenic Trail, Plumb Road to Wiese Road include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull, Great Blue Heron, Black Vulture. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Hoover Scenic Trail, Plumb Road to Wiese Road?▼

Birding at Hoover Scenic Trail, Plumb Road to Wiese Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Hoover Scenic Trail, Plumb Road to Wiese Road?▼

Hoover Scenic Trail, Plumb Road to Wiese Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.