Arena Boat Landing

Wisconsin · Midwest

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

GrasslandWetland

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Arena Boat Landing is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 242 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Red-shouldered Hawk, and Blue Jay among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.

Location

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Notable Species

Mourning Dove Red-shouldered Hawk Blue Jay American Crow Black-capped Chickadee

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

3/5/2026Devil's Lake SP--East Bluff Trl and SNA1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/3/2026Arena Boat Landing (Iowa Co.)1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

3/2/2026Lohre yard1 observed

Eurasian Tree Sparrow

Passer montanus

3/1/2026Roesser Road3 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

3/1/2026Devil's Lake SP--East Bluff Trl and SNA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

13/3/2026

Blue Jay

23/3/2026

American Crow

53/3/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

43/3/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/3/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.
2
Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Arena Boat Landing for birding?▼

The best months to visit Arena Boat Landing for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Arena Boat Landing?▼

Notable species at Arena Boat Landing include Mourning Dove, Red-shouldered Hawk, Blue Jay, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Arena Boat Landing?▼

Birding at Arena Boat Landing is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Arena Boat Landing?▼

Arena Boat Landing offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.