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

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

5/31/2026Big Sandy BBS stop 351 observed

Cerulean Warbler

Setophaga cerulea

5/31/2026Big Sandy BBS stop 61 observed

Neotropic Cormorant

Nannopterum brasilianum

5/29/2026Paris Landing State Park, Buchanan US-TN 36.44047, -88.082081 observed

Song Sparrow

Melospiza melodia

5/29/2026Land Between the Lakes NRA--Gray's Landing Access1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

5/25/2026Lake House1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

5/25/2026Paris1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

5/23/2026Branden Spring4 observed

Anhinga

Anhinga anhinga

5/23/2026Paris1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

5/23/2026Paris1 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

5/23/2026Paris1 observed

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

Tyrannus forficatus

5/20/2026Paris Elementary School1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/19/2026Paris1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

105/31/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

15/31/2026

Black Vulture

25/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/31/2026

Osprey

25/31/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

25/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/31/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

35/31/2026

Blue Jay

15/31/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/31/2026

Barn Swallow

45/31/2026

Cliff Swallow

155/31/2026

Carolina Wren

15/31/2026

Eastern Bluebird

25/31/2026

American Robin

35/31/2026

House Finch

15/31/2026

Chipping Sparrow

25/31/2026

Orchard Oriole

45/31/2026

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.