Coastal birding habitat

Port Wing Harbor

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Port Wing Harbor is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This coastal 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

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

5/26/2026Port Wing Harbor1 observed

Boreal Chickadee

Poecile hudsonicus

5/26/2026Bark Point1 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

5/26/2026Happy Hollow Rd. area1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

5/25/2026Port Wing Harbor1 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

5/25/2026Port Wing Harbor1 observed

Iceland Gull (Thayer's)

Larus glaucoides

5/25/2026Port Wing Harbor1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

5/22/202688255 Happy Hollow Rd, Bayfield US-WI (46.8503,-91.0198)1 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

5/20/2026Port Wing Harbor2 observed

Harris's Sparrow

Zonotrichia querula

5/20/2026Port Wing Harbor2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ruddy Turnstone

15/26/2026

Sanderling

85/26/2026

Dunlin

15/26/2026

White-rumped Sandpiper

15/26/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

15/26/2026

Canada Goose

15/25/2026

Hooded Merganser

25/25/2026

Common Merganser

15/25/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

15/25/2026

Mourning Dove

45/25/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

25/25/2026

Sandhill Crane

25/25/2026

Killdeer

25/25/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

95/25/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

255/25/2026

Ring-billed Gull

65/25/2026

American Herring Gull

455/25/2026

Iceland Gull

15/25/2026

Red-throated Loon

15/25/2026

Common Loon

45/25/2026

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