Centennial Park, Orland Park

Illinois · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Centennial Park, Orland Park is a productive birding destination in Illinois, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Common Merganser among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.

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

Tundra Swan

Cygnus columbianus

3/5/2026Helmick Nature Preserve / Butterfield Creek Wetlands15 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

3/5/2026US-IL-Bolingbrook-60440 - 41.7277x-88.07391 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

3/3/2026Lake Calumet area--Lake Calumet/Harborside Golf Course5 observed

Great Egret

Ardea alba

2/26/2026Lake Renwick Heron Rookery Nature Preserve2 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

2/25/2026Eggers Grove Forest Preserve (Chicago)1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

2/24/2026Home - Westmont, IL1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

403/3/2026

Mallard

63/3/2026

Common Merganser

253/3/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

853/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

1003/3/2026

American Herring Gull

83/3/2026

American Crow

23/3/2026

American Robin

23/3/2026

House Sparrow

53/3/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

43/3/2026

Common Grackle

13/3/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

23/2/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/2/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

33/2/2026

Canvasback

23/1/2026

Redhead

33/1/2026

Common Goldeneye

13/1/2026

Hooded Merganser

13/1/2026

Killdeer

12/28/2026

European Starling

12/28/2026

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

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Centennial Park, Orland Park for birding?
The best months to visit Centennial Park, Orland Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Centennial Park, Orland Park?
Notable species at Centennial Park, Orland Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Common Merganser, Red-breasted Merganser, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Centennial Park, Orland Park?
Birding at Centennial Park, Orland Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Centennial Park, Orland Park?
Centennial Park, Orland Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.