Urban Park birding habitat

Cliffside Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cliffside Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mallard, American Black Duck, and American Herring Gull 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

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

7/20/2026Lakeshore SP/Harbor Island1 observed

Kelp Gull

Larus dominicanus

7/20/2026stakeout Kelp Gull, Milwaukee (2024-2026)1 observed

Great Black-backed Gull

Larus marinus

7/20/2026McKinley Beach1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/20/2026Home-ish1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

7/19/20264 Mile Rd.-Private Residence1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

7/19/2026Wehr Nature Center1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

7/17/2026Wind Lake (Racine Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue Jay

17/12/2026

American Crow

17/12/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

87/12/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

27/12/2026

American Robin

87/12/2026

Cedar Waxwing

27/12/2026

House Sparrow

127/12/2026

House Finch

17/12/2026

American Goldfinch

17/12/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/12/2026

Indigo Bunting

17/12/2026

Mourning Dove

37/12/2026

Ring-billed Gull

17/12/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

27/12/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/12/2026

Willow Flycatcher

17/12/2026

Least Flycatcher

17/12/2026

Purple Martin

27/12/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

37/12/2026

Barn Swallow

27/12/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  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 Cliffside Park for birding?
The best months to visit Cliffside Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Cliffside Park?
Notable species at Cliffside Park include Mallard, American Black Duck, American Herring Gull, Blue Jay, American Crow. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cliffside Park?
Birding at Cliffside Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Cliffside Park?
Cliffside Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.