Wetland birding habitat

Camden Wildlife Management Area

Tennessee · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Camden Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 213 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

7/16/2026Tennessee NWR--Duck River Unit--Pool 41 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/12/2026Tennessee NWR--Duck River Unit1 observed

Roseate Spoonbill

Platalea ajaja

7/12/2026Tennessee NWR--Duck River Unit1 observed

Swainson's Warbler

Limnothlypis swainsonii

7/12/2026Kentucky Lake--Evans Branch1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

7/11/2026Tennessee NWR--Duck River Unit2 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

7/11/2026US-Tennessee-New Johnsonville-2501-2571 Old Pump Station Road - 35.971x-87.9842 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

7/11/2026Tennessee NWR--Duck River Unit2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Double-crested Cormorant

17/12/2026

Little Blue Heron

17/12/2026

Green Heron

17/12/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

37/12/2026

Great Egret

57/12/2026

Great Blue Heron

37/12/2026

Black Vulture

357/12/2026

Osprey

47/12/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/12/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

17/12/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

27/12/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

47/12/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/12/2026

White-eyed Vireo

57/12/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/12/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/12/2026

American Crow

57/12/2026

Carolina Chickadee

17/12/2026

Tufted Titmouse

27/12/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

257/12/2026

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 Camden Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Camden Wildlife Management Area for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Camden Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Camden Wildlife Management Area include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Camden Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Camden Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Camden Wildlife Management Area?
Camden Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.