Choccolocco Park

Alabama · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Choccolocco Park is a productive birding destination in Alabama, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mallard, Wilson's Snipe, and Turkey Vulture among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/3/2026Talladega NF--Pinhoti Trail/Coleman Lake10 observed

Red-cockaded Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus borealis

3/3/2026Talladega NF--Pinhoti Trail/Coleman Lake2 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

3/2/2026Talladega NF--Pinhoti Trail/Coleman Lake1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

12/28/2026

Wilson's Snipe

12/28/2026

Turkey Vulture

12/28/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

12/28/2026

Fish Crow

102/28/2026

European Starling

12/28/2026

Northern Mockingbird

12/28/2026

Eastern Bluebird

22/28/2026

American Pipit

12/28/2026

Song Sparrow

12/28/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

12/28/2026

Killdeer

72/20/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

12/20/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

32/20/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

12/20/2026

American Crow

22/20/2026

Carolina Chickadee

22/20/2026

Carolina Wren

12/20/2026

American Robin

12/20/2026

White-throated Sparrow

12/20/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Choccolocco Park for birding?
The best months to visit Choccolocco Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Choccolocco Park?
Notable species at Choccolocco Park include Mallard, Wilson's Snipe, Turkey Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, Fish Crow. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Choccolocco Park?
Birding at Choccolocco Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Choccolocco Park?
Choccolocco Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.