Sauk Prairie Canoe Landing

Wisconsin · Midwest

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Habitat

Grassland

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Sauk Prairie Canoe Landing is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 226 species recorded on eBird. This grassland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Mourning Dove 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

Canada Goose Mallard Mourning Dove Bald Eagle Downy Woodpecker

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

3/5/2026Devil's Lake SP--East Bluff Trl and SNA1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/3/2026Arena Boat Landing (Iowa Co.)1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

3/2/2026Lohre yard1 observed

Eurasian Tree Sparrow

Passer montanus

3/1/2026Roesser Road3 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

3/1/2026Devil's Lake SP--East Bluff Trl and SNA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

53/6/2026

Mallard

173/6/2026

Common Merganser

23/6/2026

Killdeer

23/6/2026

American Crow

33/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

23/6/2026

American Robin

43/6/2026

American Tree Sparrow

13/6/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

33/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/6/2026

Mourning Dove

143/3/2026

Bald Eagle

23/3/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/3/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/3/2026

Eastern Bluebird

13/3/2026

Hooded Merganser

42/27/2026

Ring-billed Gull

12/27/2026

Northern Harrier

12/27/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/27/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

12/26/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.
2
Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Where to See Bald Eagles in North America: A Seasonal Viewing Guide

11 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sauk Prairie Canoe Landing for birding?▼

The best months to visit Sauk Prairie Canoe Landing for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Sauk Prairie Canoe Landing?▼

Notable species at Sauk Prairie Canoe Landing include Canada Goose, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Bald Eagle, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports grassland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Sauk Prairie Canoe Landing?▼

Birding at Sauk Prairie Canoe Landing is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Sauk Prairie Canoe Landing?▼

Sauk Prairie Canoe Landing offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.