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Lawrence Wastewater Treatment Facility Area N 1175 Road & E 1600 Road

Kansas · Midwest

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lawrence Wastewater Treatment Facility Area N 1175 Road & E 1600 Road is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Ross's Goose, Greater White-fronted Goose, and Cackling Goose 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

Ross's GooseGreater White-fronted GooseCackling GooseCanada GooseGadwall

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Crested Caracara

Caracara plancus

3/5/2026stakeout Crested Caracara, Lawrence (2026)1 observed

Crested Caracara (Northern)

Caracara plancus

3/5/202615900–16720 13th St, Lawrence US-KS 39.06600, -95.275491 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ross's Goose

13/5/2026

Greater White-fronted Goose

213/5/2026

Cackling Goose

53/5/2026

Canada Goose

4203/5/2026

Gadwall

73/5/2026

Mallard

183/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

383/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/5/2026

American Crow

23/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

1653/5/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

23/5/2026

Snow Goose

1703/3/2026

American Kestrel

13/3/2026

Western Meadowlark

23/3/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

43/3/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

13/1/2026

Killdeer

32/28/2026

Northern Flicker

12/28/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

12/28/2026

Blue Jay

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.

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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170th Road (Quivira National Wildlife Refuge - 40th Avenue)

Wetland birding hotspot in Kansas with 220 recorded species.

Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lawrence Wastewater Treatment Facility Area N 1175 Road & E 1600 Road for birding?▼
The best months to visit Lawrence Wastewater Treatment Facility Area N 1175 Road & E 1600 Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lawrence Wastewater Treatment Facility Area N 1175 Road & E 1600 Road?▼
Notable species at Lawrence Wastewater Treatment Facility Area N 1175 Road & E 1600 Road include Ross's Goose, Greater White-fronted Goose, Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Gadwall. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lawrence Wastewater Treatment Facility Area N 1175 Road & E 1600 Road?▼
Birding at Lawrence Wastewater Treatment Facility Area N 1175 Road & E 1600 Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lawrence Wastewater Treatment Facility Area N 1175 Road & E 1600 Road?▼
Lawrence Wastewater Treatment Facility Area N 1175 Road & E 1600 Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.