Urban Park birding habitat

Sims Park

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Sims Park is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mallard, American Black Duck, and Common Goldeneye 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

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

6/1/2026Solon Landfill1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

6/1/2026my yard1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

6/1/2026my yard1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

6/1/2026my yard

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/1/2026Headlands Beach SP1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

5/31/20269501–9799 Wisner Rd, Mentor US-OH 41.61178, -81.2852510 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

5/31/2026Solon Landfill1 observed

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

5/29/2026Euclid Creek Reservation--Wildwood Stream and Wetland Restoration1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-headed Woodpecker

16/2/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/2/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/2/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

16/2/2026

American Robin

16/2/2026

Baltimore Oriole

16/2/2026

Chimney Swift

26/1/2026

Cooper's Hawk

16/1/2026

Blue Jay

36/1/2026

House Sparrow

16/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

26/1/2026

Common Grackle

36/1/2026

Killdeer

16/1/2026

Willow Flycatcher

16/1/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

16/1/2026

Northern House Wren

16/1/2026

Gray Catbird

16/1/2026

American Goldfinch

16/1/2026

Song Sparrow

16/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/1/2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sims Park for birding?
The best months to visit Sims Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sims Park?
Notable species at Sims Park include Mallard, American Black Duck, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser, Red-breasted Merganser. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sims Park?
Birding at Sims Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Sims Park?
Sims Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.