Forest birding habitat

Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant

Virginia · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant is a productive birding destination in Virginia, with 231 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, Rock Pigeon, and Mourning Dove 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

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

4/15/2026Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant2 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

4/15/2026Gum Spring Overlook2 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

4/14/2026Appalachian Trail--Johns Springs to McAfee's Knob1 observed

Scarlet Tanager

Piranga olivacea

4/14/2026Algoma Springs Farm, Callaway Road, South Fork of Blackwater River, Callaway, VA1 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

4/14/2026Mill Mountain Park1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/14/20264163 Bendemeer Rd, Salem US-VA 37.37619, -80.075871 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

4/14/2026J B Fishburn Pkwy, Roanoke US-VA 37.24287, -79.937211 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

4/14/2026Botetourt Center at Greenfield1 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

4/13/2026Explore Park--Pine Mountain Overlook2 observed

Worm-eating Warbler

Helmitheros vermivorum

4/13/2026Stoney Point (37.224, -80.069)1 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

4/12/2026Andy Layne Trailhead2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

14/15/2026

Mallard

24/15/2026

Rock Pigeon

124/15/2026

Mourning Dove

14/15/2026

Killdeer

14/15/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

14/15/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

14/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

54/15/2026

Northern Flicker

14/15/2026

American Crow

14/15/2026

Tree Swallow

14/15/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

24/15/2026

Barn Swallow

14/15/2026

Carolina Wren

24/15/2026

American Goldfinch

24/15/2026

White-throated Sparrow

24/15/2026

Song Sparrow

14/15/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

44/15/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

14/15/2026

Northern Cardinal

34/15/2026

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 Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant for birding?
The best months to visit Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant?
Notable species at Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant include Mallard, Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant?
Birding at Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant?
Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.