Carleton College Cowling Arboretum - Lower Arb

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
ForestUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Carleton College Cowling Arboretum - Lower Arb is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This forest and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Bald 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Double-crested Cormorant

Nannopterum auritum

3/3/2026King Mill Park2 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

2/26/2026180th St. Marsh (Marshall's Marsh)1 observed

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

2/21/2026180th St. Marsh (Marshall's Marsh)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

73/1/2026

Mallard

203/1/2026

Bald Eagle

23/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

23/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

23/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

53/1/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

23/1/2026

Northern Flicker

33/1/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

43/1/2026

Brown Creeper

23/1/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

23/1/2026

White-throated Sparrow

53/1/2026

Hooded Merganser

13/1/2026

American Crow

23/1/2026

Redhead

12/26/2026

Ring-necked Duck

12/26/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

12/26/2026

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Carleton College Cowling Arboretum - Lower Arb for birding?
The best months to visit Carleton College Cowling Arboretum - Lower Arb for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Carleton College Cowling Arboretum - Lower Arb?
Notable species at Carleton College Cowling Arboretum - Lower Arb include Canada Goose, Mallard, Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports forest, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Carleton College Cowling Arboretum - Lower Arb?
Birding at Carleton College Cowling Arboretum - Lower Arb is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Carleton College Cowling Arboretum - Lower Arb?
Carleton College Cowling Arboretum - Lower Arb offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.