Atkins Bottoms

Arkansas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Atkins Bottoms is a productive birding destination in Arkansas, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Wood Duck, and Rock Pigeon 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/3/2026Lake Dardanelle--Dam Site Public Use Area1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (Harlan's)

Buteo jamaicensis

2/24/2026Atkins Bottoms1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

33/1/2026

Wood Duck

23/1/2026

Rock Pigeon

503/1/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

83/1/2026

Mourning Dove

23/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

83/1/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

13/1/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

23/1/2026

American Kestrel

33/1/2026

American Crow

43/1/2026

Fish Crow

603/1/2026

European Starling

63/1/2026

House Sparrow

13/1/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

63/1/2026

White-throated Sparrow

53/1/2026

Savannah Sparrow

133/1/2026

Song Sparrow

23/1/2026

Western Meadowlark

603/1/2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Atkins Bottoms for birding?
The best months to visit Atkins Bottoms for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Atkins Bottoms?
Notable species at Atkins Bottoms include Snow Goose, Wood Duck, Rock Pigeon, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Atkins Bottoms?
Birding at Atkins Bottoms is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Atkins Bottoms?
Atkins Bottoms offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.