Urban Park birding habitat

Grobschmidt Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Grobschmidt Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Crow 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

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

7/20/2026Home 9277 N Lake Dr, Bayside3 observed

Great Black-backed Gull

Larus marinus

7/20/2026McKinley Beach1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

7/20/2026Vernon Marsh--Benson Ave.1 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

Canada Goose

417/20/2026

Wood Duck

127/20/2026

Mallard

147/20/2026

Mourning Dove

47/20/2026

Chimney Swift

247/20/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/20/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

27/20/2026

American Herring Gull

27/20/2026

Caspian Tern

17/20/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

37/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/20/2026

Northern Flicker

17/20/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/20/2026

Blue Jay

17/20/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

27/20/2026

European Starling

57/20/2026

Gray Catbird

17/20/2026

American Robin

127/20/2026

Cedar Waxwing

127/20/2026

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