Brickyard Ponds

Georgia · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Brickyard Ponds is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 247 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Pied-billed Grebe, Anhinga, and Double-crested Cormorant 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

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

3/3/2026Boyd Pond Park1 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

3/1/2026Langley Pond Park1 observed

Red-cockaded Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus borealis

3/1/2026Hitchcock Woods1 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

2/28/2026Phinizy Swamp Nature Park1 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

2/22/2026Horse Creek WTP (Weekend Access Only. Must Sign in)1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

2/22/2026Brickyard Ponds2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Pied-billed Grebe

13/4/2026

Anhinga

23/4/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

43/4/2026

Osprey

13/4/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/4/2026

Eastern Phoebe

23/4/2026

White-eyed Vireo

33/4/2026

Blue Jay

13/4/2026

American Crow

13/4/2026

Carolina Chickadee

13/4/2026

Northern House Wren

13/4/2026

Carolina Wren

13/4/2026

Brown Thrasher

13/4/2026

Song Sparrow

63/4/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

13/4/2026

Common Grackle

33/4/2026

Common Yellowthroat

13/4/2026

Northern Cardinal

53/4/2026

Northern Shoveler

202/22/2026

Redhead

12/22/2026

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 Brickyard Ponds for birding?
The best months to visit Brickyard Ponds for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Brickyard Ponds?
Notable species at Brickyard Ponds include Pied-billed Grebe, Anhinga, Double-crested Cormorant, Osprey, Belted Kingfisher. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Brickyard Ponds?
Birding at Brickyard Ponds is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Brickyard Ponds?
Brickyard Ponds offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.