Tuttle Creek State Park - Fancy Creek Area

Kansas · Midwest

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Tuttle Creek State Park - Fancy Creek Area is a productive birding destination in Kansas, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Common Merganser, Ring-billed Gull, and American White Pelican 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

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

2/27/2026KSU Beef & Dairy Unit1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

553/5/2026

Ring-necked Duck

183/5/2026

Bufflehead

53/5/2026

Ruddy Duck

23/5/2026

Rock Pigeon

53/5/2026

Mourning Dove

13/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

2503/5/2026

American Herring Gull

33/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/5/2026

American White Pelican

303/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Northern Flicker

13/5/2026

American Kestrel

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

23/5/2026

American Crow

53/5/2026

European Starling

43/5/2026

Eastern Bluebird

13/5/2026

American Robin

23/5/2026

House Sparrow

23/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  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 Tuttle Creek State Park - Fancy Creek Area for birding?
The best months to visit Tuttle Creek State Park - Fancy Creek Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tuttle Creek State Park - Fancy Creek Area?
Notable species at Tuttle Creek State Park - Fancy Creek Area include Common Merganser, Ring-billed Gull, American White Pelican, American Crow, Northern Cardinal. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tuttle Creek State Park - Fancy Creek Area?
Birding at Tuttle Creek State Park - Fancy Creek Area is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Tuttle Creek State Park - Fancy Creek Area?
Tuttle Creek State Park - Fancy Creek Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.