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Jonathan Creek Embayment

Kentucky · Southeast

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Jonathan Creek Embayment is a productive birding destination in Kentucky, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Green-winged Teal, and Killdeer among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada GooseGreen-winged TealKilldeerWilson's SnipeRing-billed Gull

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Downy Woodpecker (Eastern)

Dryobates pubescens

3/3/2026Land Between the Lakes NRA--South Bison Range1 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

2/25/2026Birmingham Point1 observed

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

2/21/2026Little Bear Creek (Marshall Co.)1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

2/21/2026Little Bear Creek (Marshall Co.)1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

2/21/2026KY Dam Visitors Center1 observed

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

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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Birding Guides

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

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

12 min read

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Jonathan Creek Embayment for birding?▼
The best months to visit Jonathan Creek Embayment for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Jonathan Creek Embayment?▼
Notable species at Jonathan Creek Embayment include Canada Goose, Green-winged Teal, Killdeer, Wilson's Snipe, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Jonathan Creek Embayment?▼
Birding at Jonathan Creek Embayment is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Jonathan Creek Embayment?▼
Jonathan Creek Embayment offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.