Harrington Beach State Park - WGLBBO waterbird count site

Wisconsin · Midwest

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Habitat

Coastal

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

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

Sanderling Brown Pelican Osprey Royal Tern Willet

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Little Gull

Hydrocoloeus minutus

5/31/2026South Side Municipal Beach1 observed

Upland Sandpiper

Bartramia longicauda

5/31/2026South Taylor Drive, Sheboygan, Wisconsin, US (43.686, -87.756)1 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

5/30/2026Kohler-Andrae SP--Black River Trails1 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

5/30/2026Henry Mueller Family Conservancy1 observed

Great Tit

Parus major

5/30/2026Henry Mueller Family Conservancy1 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

5/30/2026Riveredge Nature Center - West1 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

5/30/2026Kohler-Andrae SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cooper's Hawk

15/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

15/31/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

25/31/2026

Northern House Wren

15/31/2026

American Goldfinch

35/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

15/31/2026

Common Yellowthroat

15/31/2026

Northern Cardinal

25/31/2026

Mourning Dove

15/31/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

115/31/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/31/2026

Gray Catbird

15/31/2026

American Robin

15/31/2026

Cedar Waxwing

15/31/2026

Baltimore Oriole

15/31/2026

Common Grackle

15/31/2026

Birding Tips

1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

Visitor Center

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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.