Wickiup Hill Learning Center

Iowa · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Wickiup Hill Learning Center is a productive birding destination in Iowa, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Killdeer, and Bald Eagle 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

Eastern Meadowlark

Sturnella magna

3/5/2026Koutny Pond/Hoffman Woods2 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

3/3/2026Us bank1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

2/28/2026Pleasant Creek SRA (Linn Co.)1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

2/25/2026Roller Dam (S-Curve)1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

2/25/2026Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area, Palo US-IA 42.12644, -91.819141 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

402/27/2026

Killdeer

12/27/2026

Bald Eagle

32/27/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/27/2026

Barred Owl

12/27/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

12/27/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

22/27/2026

Downy Woodpecker

42/27/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/27/2026

Northern Flicker

22/27/2026

American Crow

92/27/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

82/27/2026

Tufted Titmouse

32/27/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

52/27/2026

Eastern Bluebird

72/27/2026

House Sparrow

52/27/2026

American Tree Sparrow

102/27/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

302/27/2026

White-throated Sparrow

42/27/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

82/27/2026

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 Wickiup Hill Learning Center for birding?
The best months to visit Wickiup Hill Learning Center for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Wickiup Hill Learning Center?
Notable species at Wickiup Hill Learning Center include Canada Goose, Killdeer, Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Barred Owl. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Wickiup Hill Learning Center?
Birding at Wickiup Hill Learning Center is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Wickiup Hill Learning Center?
Wickiup Hill Learning Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.