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Blakeley Historic State Park

Alabama · Southeast

EasyView on eBird
Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Blakeley Historic State Park is a productive birding destination in Alabama, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Red-eyed VireoScarlet TanagerPileated WoodpeckerWood ThrushOvenbird

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Great Crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus crinitus

3/5/202698 Paddock Dr, Fairhope, Alabama, US (30.512, -87.916)2 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

3/4/2026Union Camp1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/4/2026Bayfront Park/Village Point (Daphne)1 observed

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

3/3/2026Chickasaw Ponds1 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

3/3/2026Chickasaw Ponds3 observed

Eastern Kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

3/3/2026Chickasaw Ponds1 observed

Brewer's Blackbird

Euphagus cyanocephalus

3/2/2026University of South Alabama3 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

3/2/20268386 Jonesboro Road, Daphne, Alabama, US (30.597, -87.879)2 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking
Restrooms
Trails
Visitor Center

More in Alabama

Dauphin Island

Gulf Coast migration hotspot famous for spring fallout events and trans-Gulf migrants.

Battleship Memorial Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in Alabama with 233 recorded species.

Bayfront Park/Village Point (Daphne)

Urban Park birding hotspot in Alabama with 277 recorded species.

Birding Guides

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

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

11 min read

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Blakeley Historic State Park for birding?▼
The best months to visit Blakeley Historic State Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Blakeley Historic State Park?▼
Notable species at Blakeley Historic State Park include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Blakeley Historic State Park?▼
Birding at Blakeley Historic State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Blakeley Historic State Park?▼
Blakeley Historic State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.