River/Riparian birding habitat

Old Woman Creek

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Old Woman Creek is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Hooded Merganser 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

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

4/16/2026Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

4/16/2026Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve1 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

4/13/2026Schoepfle Garden2 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/12/2026Old Woman Creek--Beach Area1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

4/12/20261915 Sleepy Hollow Rd, Milan US-OH 41.28306, -82.599651 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

4/11/2026Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve1 observed

Ovenbird

Seiurus aurocapilla

4/11/2026Bay Point Resort and Marina, Marblehead US-OH 41.50545, -82.718211 observed

American Golden-Plover

Pluvialis dominica

4/10/2026Lorain County Regional Airport--Russia Rd.1 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

4/10/2026Schoepfle Garden1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

74/12/2026

Wood Duck

34/12/2026

Mallard

24/12/2026

Mourning Dove

14/12/2026

Killdeer

14/12/2026

Ring-billed Gull

34/12/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

174/12/2026

Great Egret

84/12/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/12/2026

Cooper's Hawk

14/12/2026

Bald Eagle

14/12/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/12/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/12/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

24/12/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

24/12/2026

Downy Woodpecker

34/12/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

24/12/2026

Northern Flicker

14/12/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/12/2026

Blue Jay

24/12/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  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 Old Woman Creek for birding?
The best months to visit Old Woman Creek for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Old Woman Creek?
Notable species at Old Woman Creek include Canada Goose, Mallard, Hooded Merganser, Mourning Dove, Killdeer. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Old Woman Creek?
Birding at Old Woman Creek is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Old Woman Creek?
Old Woman Creek offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.