Tow Path Road

Indiana · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Tow Path Road is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Mallard 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

3/6/2026Millersburg Bottoms1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

3/3/2026NW Warrick County2 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

2/27/2026Southern Vanderburgh Bottoms1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

2/27/2026John James Audubon SP--Audubon Wetlands1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

2/23/2026Home, Evansville, Indiana, US1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

93/5/2026

Wood Duck

23/5/2026

Mallard

23/5/2026

Killdeer

23/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

23/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/5/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

33/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Northern Flicker

13/5/2026

Eastern Phoebe

53/5/2026

Blue Jay

23/5/2026

American Crow

33/5/2026

Carolina Chickadee

53/5/2026

Tufted Titmouse

53/5/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

33/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/5/2026

Brown Creeper

23/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  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 Tow Path Road for birding?
The best months to visit Tow Path Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tow Path Road?
Notable species at Tow Path Road include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Mallard, Killdeer, Great Blue Heron. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tow Path Road?
Birding at Tow Path Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Tow Path Road?
Tow Path Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.