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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Great Tit

Parus major

7/19/2026Henry Mueller Family Conservancy1 observed

Brown Creeper

Certhia americana

7/19/2026Cedarburg Bog SNA--Watts Lake1 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

7/19/2026Cedarburg Bog SNA--Watts Lake1 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

7/19/2026Henry Mueller Family Conservancy1 observed

Red Crossbill (Ponderosa Pine or type 2)

Loxia curvirostra

7/19/2026Cedarburg Bog SNA--Horn Lake1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

7/18/2026Covered Bridge Park1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

7/14/2026Kohler-Andrae SP--Old Park Rd /Ancient Shores Trail1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

7/14/2026Forest Beach Migratory Preserve--northeast (Restoring Lands)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

47/18/2026

Gray Catbird

27/18/2026

American Robin

7/18/2026

Cedar Waxwing

57/18/2026

American Goldfinch

7/18/2026

Eastern Towhee

17/18/2026

Common Yellowthroat

27/18/2026

Northern Cardinal

37/18/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

27/18/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/18/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

37/18/2026

Northern House Wren

17/18/2026

House Finch

27/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

27/18/2026

Common Grackle

37/18/2026

American Crow

17/17/2026

Mallard

187/17/2026

Chimney Swift

27/17/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/17/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/17/2026

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.