Whitewater Memorial State Park

Indiana · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Whitewater Memorial State Park is a productive birding destination in Indiana, with 236 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Sandhill Crane 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

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/4/2026Hueston Woods SP--Beach1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/2/2026Hueston Woods SP--Marina1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

3/1/2026Stout Rd, College Corner US-OH 39.55038, -84.797902 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

2/25/2026Hueston Woods SP--Marina9 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

2/25/2026Hueston Woods SP--Marina2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

102/28/2026

Mallard

2002/28/2026

Sandhill Crane

5002/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

302/28/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

12/28/2026

American Crow

22/28/2026

Carolina Chickadee

12/28/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

12/28/2026

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 Whitewater Memorial State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Whitewater Memorial State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Whitewater Memorial State Park?
Notable species at Whitewater Memorial State Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Sandhill Crane, Ring-billed Gull, Pileated Woodpecker. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Whitewater Memorial State Park?
Birding at Whitewater Memorial State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Whitewater Memorial State Park?
Whitewater Memorial State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.