Grassland birding habitat

Peninsula State Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Peninsula State Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, Greater Scaup, and Lesser Scaup 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

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

5/31/2026Newport SP1 observed

Anhinga

Anhinga anhinga

5/26/2026Sister Bay Waterfront Park and Marina1 observed

Connecticut Warbler

Oporornis agilis

5/24/2026Peninsula SP--Weborg Point1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/20/2026Peninsula SP--Weborg Point1 observed

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus americanus

5/19/2026Peninsula SP--Weborg Point1 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

5/19/2026Baileys Harbor Point1 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

5/18/2026North Bay Drive1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

5/18/2026County I Ponds (Door Co.)1 observed

Brewster's Warbler (hybrid)

Vermivora chrysoptera x cyanoptera (F1 hybrid)

5/18/2026Peninsula SP--Weborg Point1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Peregrine Falcon

15/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

95/31/2026

Tree Swallow

15/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

15/31/2026

American Redstart

45/31/2026

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

35/31/2026

American Crow

5/31/2026

American Robin

5/31/2026

Common Grackle

5/31/2026

Blackburnian Warbler

5/30/2026

Black-throated Green Warbler

5/30/2026

Canada Warbler

5/30/2026

Canada Goose

25/30/2026

Mallard

45/30/2026

Common Merganser

25/30/2026

Killdeer

15/30/2026

American Herring Gull

15/30/2026

Caspian Tern

15/30/2026

Green Heron

15/30/2026

Great Egret

15/30/2026

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 Peninsula State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Peninsula State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Peninsula State Park?
Notable species at Peninsula State Park include Mallard, Greater Scaup, Lesser Scaup, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Peninsula State Park?
Birding at Peninsula State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Peninsula State Park?
Peninsula State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.