Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge

Louisiana · Southeast

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge is a productive birding destination in Louisiana, with 266 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Blue-winged Teal, and Northern Shoveler among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Western Flycatcher

Empidonax difficilis

3/5/2026Grand Chenier Cemetery1 observed

Cinnamon Teal

Spatula cyanoptera

3/4/2026Cameron Prairie NWR1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

3/4/2026Lacassine NWR--Unit B Observation Deck1 observed

Harris's Hawk

Parabuteo unicinctus

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

Western Meadowlark

Sturnella neglecta

3/4/2026100–156 Recreation Ln, Creole US-LA 29.75008, -92.900001 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

3/3/2026Rutherford 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

Western Flycatcher (Pacific-slope)

Empidonax difficilis

3/2/2026Grand Chenier--St. Martin de Porres Cemetery woods1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

3/2/2026Grand Chenier--St. Martin de Porres Cemetery woods1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

83/4/2026

Blue-winged Teal

503/4/2026

Northern Shoveler

503/4/2026

Gadwall

23/4/2026

American Wigeon

13/4/2026

Mallard

43/4/2026

Green-winged Teal

153/4/2026

Common Gallinule

103/4/2026

American Coot

103/4/2026

Limpkin

13/4/2026

Black-necked Stilt

503/4/2026

Wilson's Snipe

13/4/2026

Caspian Tern

123/4/2026

Forster's Tern

13/4/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

63/4/2026

White Ibis

503/4/2026

White-faced Ibis

13/4/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

403/4/2026

Little Blue Heron

33/4/2026

Tricolored Heron

23/4/2026

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge for birding?
The best months to visit Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge?
Notable species at Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge include Snow Goose, Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge?
Birding at Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge?
Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.