Coastal birding habitat

Harrington Beach State Park - WGLBBO waterbird count site

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Harrington Beach State Park - WGLBBO waterbird count site is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 250 species recorded on eBird. This coastal 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

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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

Nelson's Sparrow (Interior)

Ammospiza nelsoni

4/18/2026Coal Dock Park1 observed

Brewer's Blackbird

Euphagus cyanocephalus

4/18/2026Kay-K and A8 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

4/17/2026N81W6737 Fair St, Cedarburg US-WI 43.30512, -87.993731 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

4/17/2026Belgium1 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

4/16/2026Gravel Drive, West Bend, Wisconsin, US1 observed

Great Tit

Parus major

4/16/2026Henry Mueller Family Conservancy1 observed

American Golden-Plover

Pluvialis dominica

4/15/2026KK and H Ag. fields1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

14/18/2026

Sandhill Crane

44/18/2026

Horned Lark

24/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

504/18/2026

Common Grackle

14/18/2026

Canada Goose

154/18/2026

Blue-winged Teal

114/18/2026

Northern Shoveler

54/18/2026

Gadwall

144/18/2026

American Wigeon

24/18/2026

Mallard

184/18/2026

Redhead

24/18/2026

Lesser Scaup

14/18/2026

Ruddy Duck

64/18/2026

Killdeer

34/18/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

204/18/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

354/18/2026

Dunlin

14/18/2026

Pectoral Sandpiper

74/18/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

134/18/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  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 Harrington Beach State Park - WGLBBO waterbird count site for birding?
The best months to visit Harrington Beach State Park - WGLBBO waterbird count site for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Harrington Beach State Park - WGLBBO waterbird count site?
Notable species at Harrington Beach State Park - WGLBBO waterbird count site include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Harrington Beach State Park - WGLBBO waterbird count site?
Birding at Harrington Beach State Park - WGLBBO waterbird count site is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Harrington Beach State Park - WGLBBO waterbird count site?
Harrington Beach State Park - WGLBBO waterbird count site offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.