Oxbow Meadows

Georgia · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Oxbow Meadows is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Wood Duck, Mourning Dove, and American Coot 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

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

3/5/2026Standingboy Farms2 observed

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

3/4/2026Phenix City Riverwalk1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

3/3/2026Heath Park1 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

3/2/2026Columbus Riverwalk--Leg 6, Woodruff Riverfront Park1 observed

Henslow's Sparrow

Centronyx henslowii

2/28/2026Cooper Creek Park1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

2/27/2026Columbus Riverwalk--Leg 14, Historic Westville To Camp David Resort1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

2/26/2026Chattahoochee River Walk--Leg 2, J.R. Allen Pkwy. to North Highlands Dam1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

43/4/2026

Mourning Dove

83/4/2026

American Coot

13/4/2026

Killdeer

23/4/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

23/4/2026

Anhinga

33/4/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

143/4/2026

Great Egret

23/4/2026

Great Blue Heron

23/4/2026

Black Vulture

53/4/2026

Turkey Vulture

93/4/2026

Osprey

23/4/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

33/4/2026

Barred Owl

23/4/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

93/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

83/4/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

23/4/2026

Northern Flicker

33/4/2026

American Kestrel

13/4/2026

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 Oxbow Meadows for birding?
The best months to visit Oxbow Meadows for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Oxbow Meadows?
Notable species at Oxbow Meadows include Wood Duck, Mourning Dove, American Coot, Killdeer, Pied-billed Grebe. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Oxbow Meadows?
Birding at Oxbow Meadows is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Oxbow Meadows?
Oxbow Meadows offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.