Grassland birding habitat

Point au Sable Natural Area

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Point au Sable Natural Area is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 226 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and American Herring Gull 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

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

4/18/2026Preserve Park (De Pere)1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

4/18/2026Harbor Lights Boat Launch1 observed

Snowy Owl

Bubo scandiacus

4/18/2026Cat Island Causeway (restricted access)1 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

4/18/2026Oneida Reformatory Rd. Pond2 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

4/16/2026Peters Marsh1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/16/2026Ken Euers Nature Area1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

4/16/2026Ken Euers Nature Area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-crowned Night Heron

14/16/2026

Great Horned Owl

14/16/2026

Canada Goose

54/15/2026

Blue-winged Teal

14/15/2026

Northern Shoveler

14/15/2026

Gadwall

54/15/2026

Mallard

24/15/2026

Green-winged Teal

34/15/2026

Ring-necked Duck

184/15/2026

Lesser Scaup

1204/15/2026

Bufflehead

144/15/2026

Common Goldeneye

44/15/2026

Common Merganser

44/15/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

34/15/2026

Ruddy Duck

4004/15/2026

Mourning Dove

24/15/2026

Sandhill Crane

24/15/2026

Ring-billed Gull

54/15/2026

American Herring Gull

64/15/2026

Caspian Tern

34/15/2026

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 Point au Sable Natural Area for birding?
The best months to visit Point au Sable Natural Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Point au Sable Natural Area?
Notable species at Point au Sable Natural Area include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, American Herring Gull, Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Point au Sable Natural Area?
Birding at Point au Sable Natural Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Point au Sable Natural Area?
Point au Sable Natural Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.