Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area - Sharp Chapel Rd

Arkansas · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area - Sharp Chapel Rd is a productive birding destination in Arkansas, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Blue-winged Teal 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

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

3/6/2026Frog Bayou WMA--Sharp Chapel Rd1 observed

Eastern Kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

3/2/2026Sunnymede Park2 observed

Inca Dove

Columbina inca

3/2/2026300 Wilburn Heights Central City, AR1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

2/21/2026Sunnymede Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Shoveler

753/6/2026

Gadwall

403/6/2026

American Wigeon

33/6/2026

Mallard

253/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

1003/6/2026

Bufflehead

23/6/2026

Hooded Merganser

63/6/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

23/6/2026

American Coot

133/6/2026

Killdeer

463/6/2026

Wilson's Snipe

93/6/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

13/6/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

73/6/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

73/6/2026

Great Blue Heron

63/6/2026

Black Vulture

223/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

133/6/2026

Bald Eagle

13/6/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/6/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

43/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area - Sharp Chapel Rd for birding?
The best months to visit Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area - Sharp Chapel Rd for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area - Sharp Chapel Rd?
Notable species at Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area - Sharp Chapel Rd include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Mallard. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area - Sharp Chapel Rd?
Birding at Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area - Sharp Chapel Rd is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area - Sharp Chapel Rd?
Frog Bayou Wildlife Management Area - Sharp Chapel Rd offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.