Tawas Point State Park
Michigan · Midwest
Easy
April-May, September-October
$12 per vehicle (Recreation Passport)
Open daily, dawn to dusk
About This Location
Tawas Point State Park is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 303 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Black-capped Chickadee, and White-breasted Nuthatch 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
Mute Swan
Cygnus olor
Red-winged Blackbird
Agelaius phoeniceus
Canvasback
Aythya valisineria
Sharp-shinned Hawk
Accipiter striatus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Mourning Dove
Black-capped Chickadee
White-breasted Nuthatch
House Sparrow
American Tree Sparrow
Common Grackle
Northern Cardinal
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Tufted Titmouse
American Robin
Pine Siskin
Bald Eagle
Birding Tips
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Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.
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Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.
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Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
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Consider purchasing an annual parks pass if you plan to visit multiple times.
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Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Tawas Point Lighthouse
- Tawas Bay
- Huron National Forest
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