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

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

7/12/2026Augusta-Anne Olsen State Nature Preserve1 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

7/11/2026Schoepfle Garden1 observed

Henslow's Sparrow

Centronyx henslowii

7/5/2026Oberlin Preserve--Prairie1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

7/4/2026Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve1 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

7/4/2026Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve1 observed

Marbled Godwit

Limosa fedoa

7/1/2026Sherod Park1 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

7/1/2026Sherod Park28 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Double-crested Cormorant

107/9/2026

Mourning Dove

17/5/2026

Great Egret

17/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/5/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

17/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

27/5/2026

Northern Flicker

47/5/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/5/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

27/5/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/5/2026

Blue Jay

67/5/2026

Tree Swallow

47/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/5/2026

Northern House Wren

17/5/2026

Carolina Wren

17/5/2026

Gray Catbird

17/5/2026

Wood Thrush

17/5/2026

American Robin

27/5/2026

Cedar Waxwing

17/5/2026

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.