Marion Tallgrass Trail - Holland Road Trailhead

Ohio · Midwest

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Habitat

GrasslandWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Marion Tallgrass Trail - Holland Road Trailhead is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 210 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

Eastern Meadowlark Dickcissel Grasshopper Sparrow Northern Harrier Bobolink

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

5/24/2026Big Island Wildlife Area--Prospect-Upper Sandusky Rd.1 observed

Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus

5/24/2026Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area (Marion Co.)1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/24/2026Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area2 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

5/19/2026Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area (Marion Co.)1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/18/20268589 Horseshoe Rd, Ashley US-OH 40.41616, -83.021611 observed

Bell's Vireo

Vireo bellii

5/14/2026County Road 75, Harpster US-OH 40.70881, -83.300671 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/13/2026Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

25/16/2026

Trumpeter Swan

25/16/2026

Wood Duck

15/16/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

25/16/2026

Common Nighthawk

15/16/2026

Chimney Swift

15/16/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/16/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/16/2026

Least Flycatcher

15/16/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/16/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/16/2026

Blue Jay

15/16/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/16/2026

Tree Swallow

15/16/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

25/16/2026

Barn Swallow

15/16/2026

Northern House Wren

35/16/2026

European Starling

1005/16/2026

Gray Catbird

65/16/2026

Brown Thrasher

15/16/2026

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 Marion Tallgrass Trail - Holland Road Trailhead for birding?▼

The best months to visit Marion Tallgrass Trail - Holland Road Trailhead for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Marion Tallgrass Trail - Holland Road Trailhead?▼

Notable species at Marion Tallgrass Trail - Holland Road Trailhead include Eastern Meadowlark, Dickcissel, Grasshopper Sparrow, Northern Harrier, Bobolink. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Marion Tallgrass Trail - Holland Road Trailhead?▼

Birding at Marion Tallgrass Trail - Holland Road Trailhead is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Marion Tallgrass Trail - Holland Road Trailhead?▼

Marion Tallgrass Trail - Holland Road Trailhead offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.