Wetland birding habitat

Dick Cross Wildlife Management Area

Virginia · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Dick Cross Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Virginia, with 209 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Wood Duck, Mallard, and Ring-necked Duck 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

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

7/17/2026John H. Kerr Reservoir--Tailrace Park1 observed

Loggerhead Shrike

Lanius ludovicianus

7/11/20263701–3899 SR-675, Baskerville US-VA (36.7204,-78.3053)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Bobwhite

27/11/2026

Mourning Dove

27/11/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

27/11/2026

Great Egret

17/11/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/11/2026

Black Vulture

17/11/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/11/2026

Osprey

17/11/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/11/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/11/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

37/11/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

57/11/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

27/11/2026

White-eyed Vireo

97/11/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

17/11/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

47/11/2026

Blue Jay

27/11/2026

American Crow

37/11/2026

Fish Crow

37/11/2026

Carolina Chickadee

57/11/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Dick Cross Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Dick Cross Wildlife Management Area for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Dick Cross Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Dick Cross Wildlife Management Area include Wood Duck, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Hooded Merganser, Mourning Dove. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Dick Cross Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Dick Cross Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Dick Cross Wildlife Management Area?
Dick Cross Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.