Forest birding habitat

Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
ForestUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This forest and urban park habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Killdeer, and Barred Owl 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

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

7/19/2026Griggs Reservoir Park--Disc Golf Course1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

7/19/2026Pickerington Ponds (Franklin Co.)1 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

7/19/2026Griggs Reservoir Park--Dam to Fishinger Rd. Bridge1 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

7/18/202643119, Galloway US-OH 39.91569, -83.2092012 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

27/12/2026

Killdeer

17/12/2026

Turkey Vulture

57/12/2026

Downy Woodpecker

27/12/2026

Northern Flicker

17/12/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/12/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/12/2026

Blue Jay

27/12/2026

Carolina Chickadee

17/12/2026

Carolina Wren

17/12/2026

Gray Catbird

27/12/2026

Wood Thrush

27/12/2026

American Goldfinch

27/12/2026

Song Sparrow

17/12/2026

Eastern Towhee

47/12/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

37/12/2026

Common Yellowthroat

27/12/2026

Northern Cardinal

37/12/2026

Indigo Bunting

67/12/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  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 Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area for birding?
The best months to visit Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area?
Notable species at Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area include Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Barred Owl, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Northern Flicker. The area supports forest, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area?
Birding at Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area?
Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.