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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

5/31/2026Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

5/29/2026Oneida Nation - "Where the Water Birds Nest" (restricted access)1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

5/26/2026Sensiba SWA2 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

5/26/20261. My yard1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

5/24/2026Pecor Point1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

5/23/2026Wilderness Trail, Green Bay, Wisconsin, US1 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

5/23/2026Northwood Ln.2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Great Horned Owl

25/28/2026

Canada Goose

55/28/2026

Mallard

15/28/2026

Wild Turkey

15/28/2026

Mourning Dove

45/28/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

15/28/2026

Killdeer

45/28/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/28/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

255/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

105/28/2026

American Herring Gull

35/28/2026

Caspian Tern

15/28/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

15/28/2026

American Bittern

15/28/2026

Great Egret

15/28/2026

American White Pelican

205/28/2026

Osprey

15/28/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/28/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

15/28/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/28/2026

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.