Dobbins Farm, Townville SC (sensitive site - respect farm operations)

South Carolina · Southeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Dobbins Farm, Townville SC (sensitive site - respect farm operations) is a productive birding destination in South Carolina, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Mallard among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Northern Shoveler Mallard Green-winged Teal Rock Pigeon

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

4/18/2026Central1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

4/18/2026Anderson Regional Airport1 observed

King Rail

Rallus elegans

4/16/2026Fants Grove Wildlife Management Area2 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

4/15/20267033 SC-24, Townville US-SC 34.53902, -82.852712 observed

Upland Sandpiper

Bartramia longicauda

4/15/2026Dobbins Farm, Townville SC (sensitive site - respect farm operations)1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

4/14/2026Beaverdam Creek WMA (fall and winter restricted access)1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

4/14/2026Central1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

4/13/2026South Cove County Park1 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

4/13/2026McHenry Home Place1 observed

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

4/12/2026SC 187 at Highway 24, Lake Hartwell1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/12/2026Babb Road across from Poultry Farm7 observed

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

4/12/2026Dobbins Farm, Townville SC (sensitive site - respect farm operations)1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

4/10/2026Dobbins Farm, Townville SC (sensitive site - respect farm operations)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Killdeer

14/16/2026

Northern Harrier

14/16/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/16/2026

American Crow

34/16/2026

Horned Lark

24/16/2026

Grasshopper Sparrow

14/16/2026

Savannah Sparrow

64/16/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

34/16/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

24/16/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/16/2026

Barn Swallow

24/16/2026

Carolina Wren

14/16/2026

Brown Thrasher

14/16/2026

Northern Mockingbird

14/16/2026

Northern Cardinal

24/16/2026

Mallard

14/15/2026

Upland Sandpiper

14/15/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

14/15/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/15/2026

Great Blue Heron

24/15/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Dobbins Farm, Townville SC (sensitive site - respect farm operations) for birding?▼

The best months to visit Dobbins Farm, Townville SC (sensitive site - respect farm operations) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Dobbins Farm, Townville SC (sensitive site - respect farm operations)?▼

Notable species at Dobbins Farm, Townville SC (sensitive site - respect farm operations) include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Mallard, Green-winged Teal, Rock Pigeon. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Dobbins Farm, Townville SC (sensitive site - respect farm operations)?▼

Birding at Dobbins Farm, Townville SC (sensitive site - respect farm operations) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Dobbins Farm, Townville SC (sensitive site - respect farm operations)?▼

Dobbins Farm, Townville SC (sensitive site - respect farm operations) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.