Forest birding habitat

Paris Landing State Park

Tennessee · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Paris Landing State Park is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 234 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Lesser Scaup, and Common Goldeneye 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

Merlin

Falco columbarius

4/18/2026Cross Creeks National Wildlife Refuge, Dover US-TN (36.4987,-87.7944)1 observed

Swainson's Warbler

Limnothlypis swainsonii

4/16/2026Crappie Hollow (Blood River)2 observed

Golden-crowned Kinglet

Regulus satrapa

4/15/2026Paris1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

4/14/2026Paris1 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

4/14/2026Paris1 observed

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

4/12/2026Land Between the Lakes NRA--South Bison Range1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

4/11/2026N South Trail, Dover US-TN 36.52168, -87.919582 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

4/7/2026Paris Landing SP19 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/7/20261533 Spring Creek Dr, Murray US-KY 36.58596, -88.319141 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-breasted Merganser

194/7/2026

Ring-billed Gull

24/7/2026

Common Loon

94/7/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

104/7/2026

Turkey Vulture

24/7/2026

Osprey

14/7/2026

Bald Eagle

24/7/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

24/7/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/7/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/7/2026

Northern Flicker

14/7/2026

Blue Jay

14/7/2026

Fish Crow

14/7/2026

Carolina Chickadee

24/7/2026

Tufted Titmouse

24/7/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

14/7/2026

Cliff Swallow

44/7/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/7/2026

Carolina Wren

24/7/2026

Eastern Bluebird

24/7/2026

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 Paris Landing State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Paris Landing State Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Paris Landing State Park?
Notable species at Paris Landing State Park include Canada Goose, Lesser Scaup, Common Goldeneye, Ring-billed Gull, Horned Grebe. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Paris Landing State Park?
Birding at Paris Landing State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Paris Landing State Park?
Paris Landing State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.