Blue Spring State Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Blue Spring State Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Double-crested Cormorant, Black Vulture, 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Snail Kite

Rostrhamus sociabilis

3/5/2026Spring Hammock Preserve2 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

3/5/2026Home1 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

3/4/2026Lake Brantley High School1 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

3/2/20265951 S Sanford Ave, Sanford US-FL 28.72700, -81.263911 observed

Royal Tern

Thalasseus maximus

3/2/2026Fort Mellon Park and Marina3 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

3/2/2026Lake Jesup Conservation Area--Marl Bed Flats1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

3/2/2026Lake Jesup Conservation Area--Marl Bed Flats1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Double-crested Cormorant

83/5/2026

Black Vulture

63/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

103/5/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Fish Crow

13/5/2026

Tufted Titmouse

23/5/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

13/5/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

33/5/2026

Carolina Wren

13/5/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

13/5/2026

Northern Parula

43/5/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

23/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/5/2026

Limpkin

33/5/2026

Sandhill Crane

23/5/2026

White Ibis

83/5/2026

Snowy Egret

23/5/2026

Great Egret

23/5/2026

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 Blue Spring State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Blue Spring State Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Blue Spring State Park?
Notable species at Blue Spring State Park include Double-crested Cormorant, Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Blue Spring State Park?
Birding at Blue Spring State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Blue Spring State Park?
Blue Spring State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.