Clayton County Water Authority - E.L. Huie Ponds (limited access)

Georgia · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Clayton County Water Authority - E.L. Huie Ponds (limited access) is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 260 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Ring-necked Duck 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

Limpkin

Aramus guarauna

3/5/2026Clayton Co. Water Authority--Lake Shamrock (limited access)1 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

3/4/2026Clayton Co. Water Authority--Lake Blalock (Henry Co.) (limited access)2 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

3/2/2026My House1 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

3/2/2026Pole Bridge Creek WTP (limited access)1 observed

Northern Harrier

Circus hudsonius

3/2/2026Pole Bridge Creek WTP (limited access)1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

3/2/2026Home1 observed

Great Egret

Ardea alba

3/1/2026Constitution Lakes1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

323/2/2026

Mallard

23/2/2026

Ring-necked Duck

23/2/2026

Hooded Merganser

13/2/2026

Rock Pigeon

33/2/2026

Killdeer

13/2/2026

Wilson's Snipe

13/2/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/2/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/2/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/2/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/2/2026

Blue Jay

73/2/2026

American Crow

53/2/2026

Tufted Titmouse

23/2/2026

Carolina Wren

43/2/2026

European Starling

33/2/2026

Northern Mockingbird

33/2/2026

Eastern Bluebird

43/2/2026

American Robin

53/2/2026

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 Clayton County Water Authority - E.L. Huie Ponds (limited access) for birding?
The best months to visit Clayton County Water Authority - E.L. Huie Ponds (limited access) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Clayton County Water Authority - E.L. Huie Ponds (limited access)?
Notable species at Clayton County Water Authority - E.L. Huie Ponds (limited access) include Canada Goose, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Hooded Merganser, Rock Pigeon. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Clayton County Water Authority - E.L. Huie Ponds (limited access)?
Birding at Clayton County Water Authority - E.L. Huie Ponds (limited access) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Clayton County Water Authority - E.L. Huie Ponds (limited access)?
Clayton County Water Authority - E.L. Huie Ponds (limited access) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.