Fishermen's Road (La Crosse)

Wisconsin · Midwest

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Habitat

GrasslandWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

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

Tundra Swan Bald Eagle Dark-eyed Junco Trumpeter Swan Merlin

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

5/31/2026K Carlyle1 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

5/30/2026Coulee Experimental State Forest2 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/30/2026Wiegel 21 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

5/28/2026Trempealeau NWR--Entrance Rd. Wetlands2 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

5/28/2026Minnesota 76, Houston, Minnesota, US (43.915, -91.597)1 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

5/26/2026Trempealeau NWR--Entrance Rd. Wetlands1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/24/2026State forest Russlan West trail1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

5/24/2026Holland Sand Prairie SNA1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

5/23/2026Lamoille Marsh4 observed

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

5/23/2026Hixon Forest (La Crosse)1 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

5/21/2026Richard J. Dorer State Forest--Reno Recreation Area1 observed

Ruffed Grouse

Bonasa umbellus

5/20/2026W5214–W5264 Baker Rd, Holmen US-WI 44.06212, -91.167081 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/19/2026Schuh Rd. Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/23/2026

Baltimore Oriole

35/23/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.
2
Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Wisconsin Birding Guide

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Where to See Bald Eagles

11 min read

Understanding Bird Migration

12 min read

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.