Grassland birding habitat

Fishermen's Road (La Crosse)

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Fishermen's Road (La Crosse) is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Tundra Swan, Bald Eagle, and Dark-eyed Junco 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

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

4/18/2026YCNH1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

4/18/2026Crane Count Site 331 observed

Ruffed Grouse

Bonasa umbellus

4/17/202654636, Holmen US-WI 44.06468, -91.169532 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

4/14/2026Grandad Bluff Park1 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

4/11/2026Coulee Experimental State Forest1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

4/6/2026Upper Mississippi River NWR--Goose Island1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

94/13/2026

Killdeer

34/13/2026

Common Loon

14/13/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

34/13/2026

American White Pelican

4/13/2026

Bald Eagle

44/13/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/13/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/13/2026

Northern Flicker

34/13/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/13/2026

Blue Jay

24/13/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

4/13/2026

Tree Swallow

4/13/2026

European Starling

14/13/2026

American Robin

4/13/2026

House Sparrow

4/13/2026

American Goldfinch

4/13/2026

Chipping Sparrow

14/13/2026

Field Sparrow

24/13/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

4/13/2026

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 Fishermen's Road (La Crosse) for birding?
The best months to visit Fishermen's Road (La Crosse) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Fishermen's Road (La Crosse)?
Notable species at Fishermen's Road (La Crosse) include Tundra Swan, Bald Eagle, Dark-eyed Junco, Trumpeter Swan, Merlin. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fishermen's Road (La Crosse)?
Birding at Fishermen's Road (La Crosse) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Fishermen's Road (La Crosse)?
Fishermen's Road (La Crosse) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.