Coastal birding habitat

Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park - Eva Beach Recreation Area

Tennessee · Southeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park - Eva Beach Recreation Area is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 213 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Anhinga

Anhinga anhinga

4/17/2026Tennessee NWR--Duck River Unit--Refuge Rd. Wildlife Loop5 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

4/17/2026Tennessee NWR--Duck River Unit--Pool 2/Clear Lake1 observed

Wood Stork

Mycteria americana

4/16/2026Tennessee NWR, Duck River Bottoms5 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

4/12/2026Kentucky Lake--Beaver Dam Creek1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

4/12/2026Kentucky Lake--Beaver Dam Creek1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

4/12/2026Kentucky Lake--Beaver Dam Creek1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/12/2026Kentucky Lake--Beaver Dam Creek1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

4/12/2026Kentucky Lake--Beaver Dam Creek1 observed

Great Crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus crinitus

4/12/2026Kentucky Lake--Beaver Dam Creek1 observed

Eastern Wood-Pewee

Contopus virens

4/12/2026Kentucky Lake--Beaver Dam Creek1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

4/11/2026Tennessee NWR--Duck River Unit4 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

4/11/2026Tennessee NWR--Duck River Unit1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eurasian Collared-Dove

14/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/15/2026

Osprey

14/15/2026

Bald Eagle

14/15/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

24/15/2026

Prothonotary Warbler

14/15/2026

Canada Goose

94/12/2026

Wood Duck

24/12/2026

Mourning Dove

24/12/2026

Killdeer

24/12/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

34/12/2026

Great Egret

24/12/2026

Great Blue Heron

24/12/2026

American White Pelican

274/12/2026

Black Vulture

44/12/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/12/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/12/2026

Downy Woodpecker

24/12/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

14/12/2026

Eastern Kingbird

34/12/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park - Eva Beach Recreation Area for birding?
The best months to visit Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park - Eva Beach Recreation Area for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park - Eva Beach Recreation Area?
Notable species at Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park - Eva Beach Recreation Area include Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mallard, American Black Duck, Northern Pintail. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park - Eva Beach Recreation Area?
Birding at Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park - Eva Beach Recreation Area is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park - Eva Beach Recreation Area?
Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park - Eva Beach Recreation Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.