Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park

Georgia · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Great Egret, Turkey Vulture, and Red-shouldered Hawk 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

Zenaida asiatica

3/5/20262340 Clayton St, Macon US-GA 32.84867, -83.656441 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

2/28/20261787 Georgia 18, Gordon, Georgia, US (32.942, -83.421)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Great Egret

13/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

43/5/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

33/5/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

73/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

83/5/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Northern Flicker

23/5/2026

Eastern Phoebe

43/5/2026

Blue-headed Vireo

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

33/5/2026

American Crow

43/5/2026

Carolina Chickadee

83/5/2026

Tufted Titmouse

123/5/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

83/5/2026

Brown-headed Nuthatch

13/5/2026

Winter Wren

13/5/2026

Carolina Wren

163/5/2026

Brown Thrasher

33/5/2026

Northern Mockingbird

73/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park for birding?
The best months to visit Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park?
Notable species at Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park include Great Egret, Turkey Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, Red-headed Woodpecker, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park?
Birding at Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park?
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.