Broussard Beach (Willow Island entrance to W end)

Louisiana · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Broussard Beach (Willow Island entrance to W end) is a productive birding destination in Louisiana, with 249 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Clapper Rail, White Ibis, and Great Egret among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

Loading map...

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

Cinnamon Teal

Spatula cyanoptera

3/4/2026Cameron Prairie NWR1 observed

Harris's Hawk

Parabuteo unicinctus

3/4/202670632, Creole US-LA (29.7877,-93.1702)1 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

3/3/2026Rutherford Beach1 observed

Merlin (Taiga)

Falco columbarius

3/3/2026Holly Beach1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

3/3/2026Broussard Beach1 observed

Pyrrhuloxia

Cardinalis sinuatus

3/3/2026Stakeout: Pyrrhuloxia, Trosclair Rd. (2026)1 observed

Fork-tailed Flycatcher

Tyrannus savana

3/2/2026Willow Island1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Clapper Rail

13/5/2026

White Ibis

223/5/2026

Great Egret

13/5/2026

Northern Harrier

13/5/2026

American Kestrel

13/5/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

23/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

253/5/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

53/5/2026

Common Yellowthroat

23/5/2026

Black-bellied Plover

73/2/2026

Wilson's Plover

13/2/2026

Long-billed Curlew

13/2/2026

Willet

73/2/2026

Sanderling

133/2/2026

Dunlin

53/2/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

23/2/2026

Laughing Gull

553/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

103/2/2026

American Herring Gull

33/2/2026

Forster's Tern

33/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Broussard Beach (Willow Island entrance to W end) for birding?
The best months to visit Broussard Beach (Willow Island entrance to W end) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Broussard Beach (Willow Island entrance to W end)?
Notable species at Broussard Beach (Willow Island entrance to W end) include Clapper Rail, White Ibis, Great Egret, Northern Harrier, American Kestrel. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Broussard Beach (Willow Island entrance to W end)?
Birding at Broussard Beach (Willow Island entrance to W end) is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Broussard Beach (Willow Island entrance to W end)?
Broussard Beach (Willow Island entrance to W end) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.