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

House Finch

Haemorhous mexicanus

7/20/2026**9th Ave6 observed

Red Crossbill (Ponderosa Pine or type 2)

Loxia curvirostra

7/19/2026**9th Ave8 observed

Red Crossbill (Douglas-fir or type 4)

Loxia curvirostra

7/18/2026Brinks Rd, Mason US-WI 46.60536, -91.203042 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

7/16/2026Chequamegon Point--Large Beach Area11 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

7/16/2026Chequamegon Point--Large Beach Area5 observed

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

7/16/2026Chequamegon Point--Large Beach Area6 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

7/15/2026Bourgo Home1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

157/20/2026

Chimney Swift

47/20/2026

Ring-billed Gull

2657/20/2026

Bald Eagle

17/20/2026

Merlin

17/20/2026

Bank Swallow

27/20/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

47/20/2026

Barn Swallow

157/20/2026

Cedar Waxwing

207/20/2026

Song Sparrow

27/20/2026

Osprey

17/20/2026

Mourning Dove

27/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/20/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

27/20/2026

American Robin

17/20/2026

House Finch

67/20/2026

Purple Finch

17/20/2026

Chipping Sparrow

27/20/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/20/2026

Common Grackle

47/20/2026

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.