Grassland birding habitat

High Cliff State Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

High Cliff State Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 226 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Herring Gull, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

7/11/2026Killsnake SWA--Aebischer Rd.1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/10/2026Minnesota Street, Oshkosh, Wisconsin, US (44.008, -88.545)1 observed

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

7/7/2026Gordon Bubolz Nature Preserve 1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

17/12/2026

Green Heron

17/12/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/12/2026

Osprey

17/12/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/12/2026

Northern Flicker

17/12/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/12/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/12/2026

Purple Martin

17/12/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

87/12/2026

Northern House Wren

17/12/2026

Gray Catbird

17/12/2026

American Robin

17/12/2026

Cedar Waxwing

17/12/2026

American Goldfinch

17/12/2026

Song Sparrow

17/12/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/12/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/12/2026

Mallard

47/11/2026

American White Pelican

17/11/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  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 High Cliff State Park for birding?
The best months to visit High Cliff State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at High Cliff State Park?
Notable species at High Cliff State Park include Canada Goose, American Herring Gull, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Blue Jay. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at High Cliff State Park?
Birding at High Cliff State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at High Cliff State Park?
High Cliff State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.