Coastal birding habitat

Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
CoastalLakeWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake 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

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

6/1/2026Mathey Rd2 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

6/1/2026Mathey Rd1 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

5/31/2026Copper Culture State Park2 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

5/26/2026Seagull Bar SNA1 observed

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

5/25/2026Superior St, Sturgeon Bay, WI1 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

5/24/2026Seagull Bar SNA1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

5/24/2026Pecor Point1 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

5/22/2026Seagull Bar SNA2 observed

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

5/22/2026CTH C Flooded Fields1 observed

Hudsonian Godwit

Limosa haemastica

5/20/2026Co Dk1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

25/26/2026

Mourning Dove

25/26/2026

Killdeer

25/26/2026

Caspian Tern

25/26/2026

Great Egret

15/26/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/26/2026

Osprey

15/26/2026

Bald Eagle

15/26/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/26/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/26/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/26/2026

Blue Jay

75/26/2026

Tree Swallow

25/26/2026

Brown Thrasher

15/26/2026

American Goldfinch

15/26/2026

Song Sparrow

15/26/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

155/26/2026

Common Grackle

25/26/2026

Common Yellowthroat

25/26/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

25/26/2026

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 Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road for birding?
The best months to visit Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road?
Notable species at Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal, lake, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road?
Birding at Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road?
Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.