Wetland birding habitat

Savannah National Wildlife Refuge - Tupelo Trail

South Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Savannah National Wildlife Refuge - Tupelo Trail is a productive birding destination in South Carolina, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Killdeer, and Turkey Vulture 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

7/22/202624 Holly Springs Circle1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

7/21/2026Savannah Home-Personal Hotspot1 observed

Eastern Towhee (Red-eyed)

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

7/20/2026Savannah Home-Personal Hotspot1 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

7/20/20262165 Old Augusta Rd S, Rincon US-GA 32.24989, -81.188232 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

7/19/2026Scott’s Wild Bird Preserve1 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

7/15/2026Savannah NWR--Onslow Island (public access on Wednesdays ONLY)5 observed

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

7/15/2026Savannah NWR--Onslow Island (public access on Wednesdays ONLY)3 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/15/2026Savannah NWR--Onslow Island (public access on Wednesdays ONLY)8 observed

Lesser Yellowlegs

Tringa flavipes

7/15/2026Savannah NWR--Onslow Island (public access on Wednesdays ONLY)14 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

7/15/2026Savannah NWR--Onslow Island (public access on Wednesdays ONLY)3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White Ibis

27/22/2026

Tricolored Heron

17/22/2026

Snowy Egret

37/22/2026

Great Egret

17/22/2026

Barn Swallow

27/22/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

7/22/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

27/22/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/22/2026

White-eyed Vireo

17/22/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/22/2026

Blue Jay

17/22/2026

American Crow

17/22/2026

Carolina Chickadee

27/22/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

37/22/2026

American Robin

17/22/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/22/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

17/22/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

27/21/2026

Green Heron

17/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Savannah National Wildlife Refuge - Tupelo Trail for birding?
The best months to visit Savannah National Wildlife Refuge - Tupelo Trail for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Savannah National Wildlife Refuge - Tupelo Trail?
Notable species at Savannah National Wildlife Refuge - Tupelo Trail include Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Turkey Vulture, Cooper's Hawk, Bald Eagle. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Savannah National Wildlife Refuge - Tupelo Trail?
Birding at Savannah National Wildlife Refuge - Tupelo Trail is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Savannah National Wildlife Refuge - Tupelo Trail?
Savannah National Wildlife Refuge - Tupelo Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.