Jonathan Dickinson State Park

Florida · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Jonathan Dickinson State Park is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, 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

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

3/6/2026Christ Fellowship 10205 Pratt Whitney Road, Stuart, Florida, US (27.08, -80.26)1 observed

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

3/6/2026Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County Landfill (No Public Access)1 observed

Eastern Bluebird

Sialia sialis

3/4/2026John C. and Mariana Jones/Hungryland Wildlife and Environmental Area (Palm Beach County)1 observed

Red-cockaded Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus borealis

3/4/2026Jonathan Dickinson SP2 observed

Brown-headed Nuthatch

Sitta pusilla

3/4/2026Jonathan Dickinson SP1 observed

Great Black-backed Gull

Larus marinus

3/4/2026Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County Landfill (No Public Access)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

33/6/2026

Little Blue Heron

23/6/2026

Black Vulture

23/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

143/6/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

13/6/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

63/6/2026

Blue Jay

73/6/2026

Fish Crow

13/6/2026

Northern Mockingbird

53/6/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

43/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/6/2026

Common Ground Dove

23/6/2026

White Ibis

33/6/2026

Great Egret

23/6/2026

Osprey

13/6/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

23/6/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/6/2026

Florida Scrub-Jay

103/6/2026

Common Grackle

23/6/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

63/6/2026

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