Forest birding habitat

Edgar Evins State Park

Tennessee · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Edgar Evins State Park is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Common Loon, and Red-bellied 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

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

7/17/2026Cane Creek Park2 observed

Cerulean Warbler

Setophaga cerulea

7/17/2026351 - Puckett's Point Rd. "Hummingbird "Haven" (restricted)1 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

7/15/2026Center Hill Lake1 observed

Ovenbird

Seiurus aurocapilla

7/12/2026Auto selected 36.06594, -85.854271 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

357/17/2026

Broad-winged Hawk

17/17/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/17/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

17/17/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/17/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

27/17/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/17/2026

White-eyed Vireo

17/17/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

37/17/2026

Blue Jay

27/17/2026

American Crow

17/17/2026

Carolina Chickadee

107/17/2026

Tufted Titmouse

127/17/2026

Barn Swallow

77/17/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/17/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

87/17/2026

Carolina Wren

47/17/2026

Wood Thrush

17/17/2026

Eastern Towhee

17/17/2026

Summer Tanager

27/17/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Edgar Evins State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Edgar Evins State Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Edgar Evins State Park?
Notable species at Edgar Evins State Park include Canada Goose, Common Loon, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Peregrine Falcon, American Crow. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Edgar Evins State Park?
Birding at Edgar Evins State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Edgar Evins State Park?
Edgar Evins State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.