Allegan State Game Area - Farm Unit

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Allegan State Game Area - Farm Unit is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Rock Pigeon, and Golden Eagle among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.

Location

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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

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

3/3/2026Private1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

3/2/2026Allegan SGA--Farm Unit1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/1/2026Stu Visser Trails1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

2/28/2026Outdoor Discovery Center1 observed

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

2/28/2026Stu Visser Trails1 observed

Wilson's Snipe

Gallinago delicata

2/28/2026Window on the Waterfront1 observed

Brown-headed Cowbird

Molothrus ater

2/25/2026Home45 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/2/2026

Rock Pigeon

23/2/2026

American Kestrel

13/2/2026

Blue Jay

23/2/2026

American Crow

13/2/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

33/2/2026

Horned Lark

43/2/2026

American Robin

33/2/2026

Lapland Longspur

123/2/2026

Mallard

122/28/2026

Sandhill Crane

22/28/2026

Northern Harrier

12/28/2026

Bald Eagle

22/28/2026

European Starling

262/28/2026

Cedar Waxwing

182/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

222/28/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

22/28/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

12/28/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/28/2026

Common Raven

12/28/2026

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

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Allegan State Game Area - Farm Unit for birding?
The best months to visit Allegan State Game Area - Farm Unit for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Allegan State Game Area - Farm Unit?
Notable species at Allegan State Game Area - Farm Unit include Canada Goose, Rock Pigeon, Golden Eagle, American Kestrel, Blue Jay. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Allegan State Game Area - Farm Unit?
Birding at Allegan State Game Area - Farm Unit is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Allegan State Game Area - Farm Unit?
Allegan State Game Area - Farm Unit offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.