Urban Park birding habitat

Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Gadwall 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

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

6/2/20262068 1/2 Summit St, Columbus US-OH (40.0056,-83.0007)2 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/2/2026Ohio Statehouse1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

6/1/2026Walnut Woods Metro Park1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

5/31/2026Pickerington Ponds (Franklin Co.)1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

5/31/2026King Ave Yard1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

15/26/2026

Mourning Dove

15/26/2026

Black Vulture

15/26/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/26/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/26/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/26/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/26/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/26/2026

Blue Jay

15/26/2026

American Crow

15/26/2026

Tree Swallow

35/26/2026

Purple Martin

25/26/2026

Gray Catbird

55/26/2026

Eastern Bluebird

15/26/2026

Wood Thrush

15/26/2026

Cedar Waxwing

25/26/2026

American Goldfinch

25/26/2026

Field Sparrow

15/26/2026

Song Sparrow

35/26/2026

Eastern Towhee

15/26/2026

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 Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands for birding?
The best months to visit Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands?
Notable species at Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Gadwall, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands?
Birding at Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands?
Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.