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

Kelp Gull

Larus dominicanus

5/31/2026stakeout Kelp Gull, Milwaukee (2025)1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/31/202616290 W Crescent Dr, New Berlin US-WI 42.96841, -88.117321 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

5/30/2026Oak Creek Outlet to Lake Michigan1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

5/30/2026Lake Park (general)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

145/30/2026

Mourning Dove

25/30/2026

Common Nighthawk

15/30/2026

Chimney Swift

15/30/2026

Killdeer

15/30/2026

Ring-billed Gull

15/30/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/30/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Northern Flicker

15/30/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/30/2026

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

15/30/2026

Alder Flycatcher

15/30/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/30/2026

Least Flycatcher

35/30/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

25/30/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/30/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

55/30/2026

American Crow

65/30/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

15/30/2026

Barn Swallow

15/30/2026

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.