Dansville State Game Area

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Dansville State Game Area is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Great Horned Owl 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

3/6/2026Plains Rd. ponds2 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/5/2026Indian Lakes Neighborhood1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/5/2026Plains Rd. ponds2 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/4/20263684 W Howell Rd, Mason US-MI 42.59675, -84.490886 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/3/2026Waterloo RA--Hoffman Trail1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

3/3/2026Fenner Nature Center1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

143/6/2026

Mourning Dove

23/6/2026

Sandhill Crane

63/6/2026

Killdeer

23/6/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/6/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/6/2026

Blue Jay

123/6/2026

American Crow

33/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

53/6/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/6/2026

Carolina Wren

13/6/2026

European Starling

43/6/2026

Eastern Bluebird

23/6/2026

American Robin

23/6/2026

Cedar Waxwing

173/6/2026

American Goldfinch

13/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

53/6/2026

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 Dansville State Game Area for birding?
The best months to visit Dansville State Game Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Dansville State Game Area?
Notable species at Dansville State Game Area include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Great Horned Owl, Downy Woodpecker, American Crow. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Dansville State Game Area?
Birding at Dansville State Game Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Dansville State Game Area?
Dansville State Game Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.