Urban Park birding habitat

Bells Bend Park

Tennessee · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Bells Bend Park is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Turkey Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, and Downy Woodpecker 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

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

7/21/2026Shelby Bottoms Greenway--Cornelia Fort Airpark3 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

7/21/2026Shelby Bottoms Greenway--Cornelia Fort Airpark2 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/21/2026Shelby Bottoms Greenway--Cornelia Fort Airpark1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/21/2026Shelby Bottoms Greenway--Cornelia Fort Airpark1 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

7/21/2026Corporate Drive Pull-off At BNA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

17/19/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

47/19/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/19/2026

White-eyed Vireo

17/19/2026

Carolina Chickadee

27/19/2026

Carolina Wren

27/19/2026

Eastern Bluebird

17/19/2026

American Robin

17/19/2026

American Goldfinch

37/19/2026

Eastern Towhee

27/19/2026

Yellow-breasted Chat

17/19/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/19/2026

Indigo Bunting

37/19/2026

Dickcissel

17/19/2026

Northern Bobwhite

37/19/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

57/19/2026

Black Vulture

17/19/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

27/19/2026

Downy Woodpecker

37/19/2026

American Kestrel

37/19/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bells Bend Park for birding?
The best months to visit Bells Bend Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Bells Bend Park?
Notable species at Bells Bend Park include Turkey Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, Downy Woodpecker, Blue Jay, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bells Bend Park?
Birding at Bells Bend Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Bells Bend Park?
Bells Bend Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.