Grand Isle

Louisiana · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Grand Isle is a productive birding destination in Louisiana, with 317 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Mottled Duck, and Mourning Dove 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

Harris's Sparrow

Zonotrichia querula

3/5/2026Grand Isle--woods--Lafitte Woods Preserve--Landry-LeBlanc Tract1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

3/5/2026Grand Isle--woods--Lafitte Woods Preserve--Landry-LeBlanc Tract1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

3/5/2026Grand Isle--LDWF Mangroves/Kayak Launch area1 observed

Magnificent Frigatebird

Fregata magnificens

3/2/2026Grand Isle (general area – please use a more specific hotspot if possible)1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

3/2/2026Grand Isle (general area – please use a more specific hotspot if possible)1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

3/1/2026Grand Isle (general area – please use a more specific hotspot if possible)1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

2/28/2026Elmer's Island--Entrance Rd. Marsh1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

183/2/2026

Mottled Duck

103/2/2026

Mourning Dove

83/2/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

13/2/2026

Clapper Rail

13/2/2026

American Coot

153/2/2026

Black-necked Stilt

83/2/2026

American Avocet

253/2/2026

Killdeer

123/2/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

23/2/2026

Willet

833/2/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

43/2/2026

Sanderling

173/2/2026

Laughing Gull

343/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

23/2/2026

American Herring Gull

13/2/2026

Black Skimmer

173/2/2026

Forster's Tern

363/2/2026

Common Loon

13/2/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

1323/2/2026

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 Grand Isle for birding?
The best months to visit Grand Isle for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Grand Isle?
Notable species at Grand Isle include Blue-winged Teal, Mottled Duck, Mourning Dove, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Clapper Rail. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Grand Isle?
Birding at Grand Isle is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Grand Isle?
Grand Isle offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.