Johnsonville State Historic Park

Tennessee · Southeast

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Johnsonville State Historic Park is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This urban park 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

American Robin Northern Cardinal Blue Jay Red-tailed Hawk White-breasted Nuthatch

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

5/31/2026Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park, Eva US-TN 36.08201, -87.988501 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

5/31/2026Tennessee NWR--Duck River Unit2 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

5/31/2026Big Sandy BBS stop 351 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

5/30/20267630–7898 Old State Route 1, New Johnsonville US-TN 35.98571, -87.942202 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

5/30/2026Tennessee NWR--Duck River Unit--Heron Island Roost Viewing Area1 observed

King Rail

Rallus elegans

5/30/2026Tennessee NWR--Duck River Unit--Pool 51 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

5/30/2026Tennessee NWR--Duck River Unit

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

95/31/2026

Mallard

25/31/2026

Great Egret

15/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/31/2026

Osprey

15/31/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

35/31/2026

American Crow

25/31/2026

Carolina Chickadee

15/31/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/31/2026

Barn Swallow

25/31/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

25/31/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/31/2026

American Goldfinch

15/31/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

45/31/2026

Prothonotary Warbler

25/31/2026

Northern Parula

15/31/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Tennessee Birding Guide

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Johnsonville State Historic Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Johnsonville State Historic Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Johnsonville State Historic Park?▼

Notable species at Johnsonville State Historic Park include American Robin, Northern Cardinal, Blue Jay, Red-tailed Hawk, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Johnsonville State Historic Park?▼

Birding at Johnsonville State Historic Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Johnsonville State Historic Park?▼

Johnsonville State Historic Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.