Coastal birding habitat

James Island County Park

South Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
CoastalUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

James Island County Park is a productive birding destination in South Carolina, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and urban park habitat attracts Osprey, Downy Woodpecker, and Carolina Chickadee among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Magnificent Frigatebird

Fregata magnificens

7/20/2026Fort Johnson1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/19/2026Headquarters Plantation Drive2 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

7/8/2026Headquarters Plantation Drive1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Clapper Rail

17/18/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/18/2026

Laughing Gull

17/18/2026

Wood Stork

307/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/18/2026

White Ibis

3007/18/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

47/18/2026

Little Blue Heron

17/18/2026

Tricolored Heron

17/18/2026

Snowy Egret

17/18/2026

Green Heron

17/18/2026

Great Egret

37/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/18/2026

Brown Pelican

17/18/2026

Black Vulture

27/18/2026

Swallow-tailed Kite

17/18/2026

Mississippi Kite

17/18/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/18/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

17/18/2026

American Crow

47/18/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit James Island County Park for birding?
The best months to visit James Island County Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at James Island County Park?
Notable species at James Island County Park include Osprey, Downy Woodpecker, Carolina Chickadee, Eastern Bluebird, American Robin. The area supports coastal, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at James Island County Park?
Birding at James Island County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at James Island County Park?
James Island County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.