Ashland Waterfront - General

Wisconsin · Midwest

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Habitat

GrasslandWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Ashland Waterfront - General is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Eastern Meadowlark Dickcissel Grasshopper Sparrow Northern Harrier Bobolink

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

5/30/2026Gary Rd.1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/29/2026Chequamegon Point--Large Beach Area4 observed

Arctic Tern

Sterna paradisaea

5/29/2026Apostle Islands NL--Long Island1 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

5/29/2026Apostle Islands NL--Long Island1 observed

House Finch

Haemorhous mexicanus

5/28/2026**9th Ave1 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

5/27/2026Chequamegon Point--South Beach Area2 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/26/2026Star Route SUTA1 observed

Marbled Godwit

Limosa fedoa

5/26/2026Long Bridge/Head of the bay, Ashland1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Crow

15/31/2026

American Robin

15/31/2026

Ovenbird

25/31/2026

Chestnut-sided Warbler

15/31/2026

Eastern Bluebird

15/31/2026

Ring-billed Gull

35/31/2026

Barn Swallow

55/31/2026

Song Sparrow

35/31/2026

Mourning Dove

25/31/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

25/31/2026

Northern Flicker

15/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/31/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

15/31/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

15/31/2026

Northern House Wren

15/31/2026

European Starling

35/31/2026

Pine Siskin

15/31/2026

American Goldfinch

25/31/2026

Baltimore Oriole

15/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

35/31/2026

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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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Ashland Waterfront - General for birding?▼

The best months to visit Ashland Waterfront - General for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Ashland Waterfront - General?▼

Notable species at Ashland Waterfront - General include Eastern Meadowlark, Dickcissel, Grasshopper Sparrow, Northern Harrier, Bobolink. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Ashland Waterfront - General?▼

Birding at Ashland Waterfront - General is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Ashland Waterfront - General?▼

Ashland Waterfront - General offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.