Coastal birding habitat

Baileys Harbor Point

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Baileys Harbor Point is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This coastal 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

5/31/2026Newport SP1 observed

Anhinga

Anhinga anhinga

5/26/2026Sister Bay Waterfront Park and Marina1 observed

Connecticut Warbler

Oporornis agilis

5/24/2026Peninsula SP--Weborg Point1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/20/2026Peninsula SP--Weborg Point1 observed

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus americanus

5/19/2026Peninsula SP--Weborg Point1 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

5/19/2026Baileys Harbor Point1 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

5/18/2026North Bay Drive1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

5/18/2026County I Ponds (Door Co.)1 observed

Brewster's Warbler (hybrid)

Vermivora chrysoptera x cyanoptera (F1 hybrid)

5/18/2026Peninsula SP--Weborg Point1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

45/29/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

115/29/2026

Killdeer

35/29/2026

Hudsonian Whimbrel

115/29/2026

Dunlin

105/29/2026

Ring-billed Gull

75/29/2026

American Herring Gull

425/29/2026

Caspian Tern

85/29/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

55/29/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

15/29/2026

Least Flycatcher

15/29/2026

Blue Jay

15/29/2026

American Crow

35/29/2026

American Robin

15/29/2026

Song Sparrow

15/29/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

25/29/2026

American Redstart

25/29/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

15/29/2026

Mourning Dove

15/27/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

15/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Baileys Harbor Point for birding?
The best months to visit Baileys Harbor Point for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Baileys Harbor Point?
Notable species at Baileys Harbor Point include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Baileys Harbor Point?
Birding at Baileys Harbor Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Baileys Harbor Point?
Baileys Harbor Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.