Winton Woods - Settling Pond

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
ForestLake
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Winton Woods - Settling Pond is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This forest and lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Wigeon, and Mallard 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

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/1/2026Cincinnati Zoological Gardens (please do not report the ducks)1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

2/28/2026Fernald Preserve (Hamilton Co.)7 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

2/28/2026Clepper Park1 observed

Great Egret

Ardea alba

2/28/2026Bortz Family Nature Preserve1 observed

Lesser Yellowlegs

Tringa flavipes

2/27/2026Gilmore Ponds MetroPark (do not walk along or cross railroad tracks)1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

2/25/20264199 Green Arbors Ln, Cincinnati US-OH 39.29399, -84.301031 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

2/25/2026Antenen Nature Preserve MetroPark3 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

2/24/2026Voice of America MetroPark1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

2/21/2026Miami Whitewater Forest--Timberlakes and Oakleaf Trails2 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

2/21/2026Shawnee Lookout1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

2/21/2026Otto Armleder Memorial Park--Loop Trailhead1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

2/21/2026Home1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

63/3/2026

American Wigeon

63/3/2026

Mallard

63/3/2026

Redhead

303/3/2026

Ring-necked Duck

303/3/2026

Hooded Merganser

13/3/2026

Bald Eagle

13/3/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Northern Flicker

13/3/2026

Blue Jay

23/3/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/3/2026

Hermit Thrush

13/3/2026

American Robin

33/3/2026

Song Sparrow

23/3/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

113/3/2026

Northern Cardinal

33/3/2026

Northern Shoveler

33/1/2026

Gadwall

23/1/2026

Canvasback

43/1/2026

Lesser Scaup

103/1/2026

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 Winton Woods - Settling Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Winton Woods - Settling Pond for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Winton Woods - Settling Pond?
Notable species at Winton Woods - Settling Pond include Canada Goose, American Wigeon, Mallard, Redhead, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports forest, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Winton Woods - Settling Pond?
Birding at Winton Woods - Settling Pond is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Winton Woods - Settling Pond?
Winton Woods - Settling Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.