A body of water surrounded by trees and rocks

Kiwanis Riverway Park

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM

About This Location

Kiwanis Riverway Park is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mallard, Hooded Merganser, and Mourning Dove 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

6/1/2026Alum Creek SP--Beach and Alum Reservoir South2 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

6/1/2026Hoover Nature Preserve--Old Sunbury Rd.1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/1/2026Hoover Nature Preserve--Old Sunbury Rd.1 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

5/31/2026West Jefferson Warehouse District and Retention Ponds1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

5/31/2026IndRun1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

5/31/2026King Ave Yard1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

5/31/2026Hoover Nature Preserve--Boardwalk Area M1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/31/2026McKinley Quarry1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

5/31/2026Buckeye Boat Club1 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

5/31/2026McKinley Quarry1 observed

Northern Saw-whet Owl

Aegolius acadicus

5/30/20264351 Lyon Dr, Upper Arlington US-OH 40.04572, -83.063951 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

5/30/2026830 Darby Creek Dr, Galloway US-OH 39.92856, -83.213091 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

5/31/2026

Mourning Dove

25/31/2026

Ring-billed Gull

15/31/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

5/31/2026

Great Egret

5/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

35/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

45/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

45/31/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

5/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/31/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

5/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

5/31/2026

Blue Jay

25/31/2026

Carolina Chickadee

5/31/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/31/2026

Tree Swallow

5/31/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

25/31/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/31/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

  4. 4

    Check eBird hotspot data before visiting to see recent sightings and what species are being reported.

  5. 5

    Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Kiwanis Riverway Park for birding?
The best months to visit Kiwanis Riverway Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Kiwanis Riverway Park?
Notable species at Kiwanis Riverway Park include Mallard, Hooded Merganser, Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, Bald Eagle, Cooper's Hawk, Eastern Bluebird, American Robin, Northern Cardinal, Canada Goose, Killdeer, American Woodcock. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Kiwanis Riverway Park?
Birding at Kiwanis Riverway Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
Is there an entrance fee at Kiwanis Riverway Park?
There is no entrance fee at Kiwanis Riverway Park. Hours: Open daily, 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
What amenities are available at Kiwanis Riverway Park?
Kiwanis Riverway Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.