Fresh Water City Road

Louisiana · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Fresh Water City Road is a productive birding destination in Louisiana, with 246 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Blue-winged Teal, and Ring-necked Duck 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

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

2/22/2026Sacred Heart Church1 observed

Surf Scoter

Melanitta perspicillata

2/21/2026Rainey Beach East2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

352/22/2026

Blue-winged Teal

172/22/2026

Ring-necked Duck

122/22/2026

Mourning Dove

32/22/2026

Common Gallinule

142/22/2026

American Coot

402/22/2026

Black-necked Stilt

22/22/2026

Black-bellied Plover

152/22/2026

Killdeer

32/22/2026

Willet

42/22/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

52/22/2026

Sanderling

202/22/2026

Laughing Gull

452/22/2026

Ring-billed Gull

82/22/2026

American Herring Gull

32/22/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

12/22/2026

Black Skimmer

1502/22/2026

Gull-billed Tern

12/22/2026

Forster's Tern

72/22/2026

Royal Tern

752/22/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Fresh Water City Road for birding?
The best months to visit Fresh Water City Road for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Fresh Water City Road?
Notable species at Fresh Water City Road include Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Blue-winged Teal, Ring-necked Duck, Mourning Dove, Common Gallinule. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fresh Water City Road?
Birding at Fresh Water City Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Fresh Water City Road?
Fresh Water City Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.