Memorial Park (Hendersonville)

Tennessee · Southeast

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Memorial Park (Hendersonville) is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Double-crested Cormorant, Canada Goose, and Mallard among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Double-crested Cormorant Canada Goose Mallard Mourning Dove Killdeer

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

7/17/2026Shelby Bottoms Greenway--Cornelia Fort Airpark2 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

7/17/2026Shelby Bottoms Greenway--Cornelia Fort Airpark1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

7/17/2026Old Hickory Lake--Lock 3 Recreation Area2 observed

Chuck-will's-widow

Antrostomus carolinensis

7/16/2026Couchville Cedar Glade SNA1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

7/16/2026Walter S. Davis Blvd. Marsh3 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/16/20261709 Stratford Avenue, Nashville, Tennessee, US (36.209, -86.718)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

677/14/2026

Muscovy Duck

17/14/2026

Wood Duck

17/14/2026

Mallard

227/14/2026

Mourning Dove

27/14/2026

Chimney Swift

97/14/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

77/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/14/2026

Black Vulture

57/14/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/14/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/14/2026

Purple Martin

47/14/2026

Barn Swallow

87/14/2026

European Starling

17/14/2026

House Finch

27/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

37/14/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/14/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

27/3/2026

Great Egret

17/3/2026

Osprey

17/3/2026

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

Complete guide to birding in Tennessee →

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 Memorial Park (Hendersonville) for birding?▼

The best months to visit Memorial Park (Hendersonville) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Memorial Park (Hendersonville)?▼

Notable species at Memorial Park (Hendersonville) include Double-crested Cormorant, Canada Goose, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Killdeer. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Memorial Park (Hendersonville)?▼

Birding at Memorial Park (Hendersonville) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Memorial Park (Hendersonville)?▼

Memorial Park (Hendersonville) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.