Greensprings Interpretive Trail

Virginia · Southeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Greensprings Interpretive Trail is a productive birding destination in Virginia, with 234 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, 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

Canada Goose Gadwall Mallard Ring-necked Duck Pied-billed Grebe

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

7/20/2026Hog Island WMA

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

7/19/2026College Landing Park1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

7/19/2026Machicomoco State Park1 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

7/18/2026Busch Gardens Williamsburg1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

7/17/2026Jamestown Island--Causeway1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

7/14/2026Hog Island WMA1 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

7/14/2026Brandon Area443 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

7/14/2026Griffin ln.1 observed

Scarlet Tanager

Piranga olivacea

7/12/2026Newport News Park--Campground Area1 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

7/12/2026Greensprings Interpretive Trail1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

267/21/2026

Mourning Dove

27/21/2026

Great Egret

17/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/21/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/21/2026

Eastern Phoebe

27/21/2026

Blue Jay

27/21/2026

American Crow

37/21/2026

Fish Crow

27/21/2026

Tree Swallow

87/21/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/21/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

107/21/2026

Indigo Bunting

17/21/2026

Wood Duck

27/20/2026

Mallard

27/20/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

17/20/2026

Green Heron

17/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/20/2026

Osprey

17/20/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

17/20/2026

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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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Greensprings Interpretive Trail for birding?▼

The best months to visit Greensprings Interpretive Trail for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Greensprings Interpretive Trail?▼

Notable species at Greensprings Interpretive Trail include Canada Goose, Gadwall, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Pied-billed Grebe. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Greensprings Interpretive Trail?▼

Birding at Greensprings Interpretive Trail is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Greensprings Interpretive Trail?▼

Greensprings Interpretive Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.