Little Big Econ State Forest—Brumley Road Trailhead

Florida · Southeast

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Habitat

Forest

Best Seasons

SpringFallWinter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Little Big Econ State Forest—Brumley Road Trailhead is a productive birding destination in Florida, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This forest habitat attracts Sandhill Crane, Anhinga, and Vermilion Flycatcher among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Sandhill Crane Anhinga Vermilion Flycatcher Loggerhead Shrike Eastern Meadowlark

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

American Crow

Corvus brachyrhynchos

3/5/2026Home Turf2 observed

Snail Kite

Rostrhamus sociabilis

3/5/2026Spring Hammock Preserve2 observed

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

3/5/2026SR-50 St. John's River Bridge (Orange co.)2 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

3/5/2026C.S. Lee Park1 observed

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

3/4/2026Orlando Wetlands1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/3/2026young pine field1 observed

American Flamingo

Phoenicopterus ruber

3/3/2026Merritt Island NWR--Haulover Canal Area1 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

3/3/2026Ward Park1 observed

Red-cockaded Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus borealis

3/2/2026Hal Scott Regional Preserve and Park2 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/2/2026Merritt Island NWR--Black Point Wildlife Drive1 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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Sandhill Crane

42/25/2026

Anhinga

12/25/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

12/25/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

42/25/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

22/25/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Little Big Econ State Forest—Brumley Road Trailhead for birding?▼

The best months to visit Little Big Econ State Forest—Brumley Road Trailhead for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Little Big Econ State Forest—Brumley Road Trailhead?▼

Notable species at Little Big Econ State Forest—Brumley Road Trailhead include Sandhill Crane, Anhinga, Vermilion Flycatcher, Loggerhead Shrike, Eastern Meadowlark. The area supports forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at Little Big Econ State Forest—Brumley Road Trailhead?▼

Birding at Little Big Econ State Forest—Brumley Road Trailhead is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Little Big Econ State Forest—Brumley Road Trailhead?▼

Little Big Econ State Forest—Brumley Road Trailhead offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.