Phillipy Pits (roadside viewing)

Tennessee · Southeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Phillipy Pits (roadside viewing) is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Bald Eagle, Red-shouldered Hawk, and Red-tailed Hawk among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Bald Eagle Red-shouldered Hawk Red-tailed Hawk Horned Lark European Starling

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

7/14/2026Reelfoot-Indian Creek #5 Watershed Lake1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

7/10/2026Reelfoot Lake SP--Keystone Pocket3 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

7/10/2026Robinson Bayou (private transient fields)--Hoecake Rd north to Baptist Church Rd, Hampton Rd east to Paschall Rd2 observed

Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus

7/5/2026Lake County - Joe Shenk Road near Flowers Sheep Ridge Road1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

17/14/2026

Great Egret

17/14/2026

Mississippi Kite

37/14/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

27/14/2026

Belted Kingfisher

27/14/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/14/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/14/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

37/14/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

27/14/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

67/14/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

27/14/2026

White-eyed Vireo

47/14/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

17/14/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

27/14/2026

Blue Jay

17/14/2026

American Crow

27/14/2026

Fish Crow

47/14/2026

Carolina Chickadee

37/14/2026

Tufted Titmouse

27/14/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/14/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Tennessee Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in Tennessee →

Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Where to See Bald Eagles

11 min read

Understanding Bird Migration

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Phillipy Pits (roadside viewing) for birding?▼

The best months to visit Phillipy Pits (roadside viewing) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Phillipy Pits (roadside viewing)?▼

Notable species at Phillipy Pits (roadside viewing) include Bald Eagle, Red-shouldered Hawk, Red-tailed Hawk, Horned Lark, European Starling. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Phillipy Pits (roadside viewing)?▼

Birding at Phillipy Pits (roadside viewing) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Phillipy Pits (roadside viewing)?▼

Phillipy Pits (roadside viewing) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.