County V Ponds

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

County V Ponds is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 213 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

Loading map...

Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/6/2026Vilas Park2 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

3/6/2026Prairie du Sac Dam1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/6/2026Tenney Park1 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

3/5/2026Devil's Lake SP--East Bluff Trl and SNA1 observed

Iceland Gull (Thayer's)

Larus glaucoides

3/5/2026McDaniel Park1 observed

Wilson's Snipe

Gallinago delicata

3/5/2026Yahara Heights County Park/Cherokee Marsh Natural Resource Area—West Trailhead1 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  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 County V Ponds for birding?
The best months to visit County V Ponds for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at County V Ponds?
Notable species at County V Ponds include Eastern Meadowlark, Dickcissel, Grasshopper Sparrow, Northern Harrier, Bobolink. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at County V Ponds?
Birding at County V Ponds is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at County V Ponds?
County V Ponds offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.