Crosby Farm Regional Park

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Crosby Farm Regional Park is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Barred Owl, and American Crow 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

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

3/6/2026Nine Mile Creek1 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

3/5/2026Veterans Memorial Park1 observed

Golden-crowned Kinglet

Regulus satrapa

3/5/2026Minnesota Valley NWR--Bass Ponds1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

3/3/2026Blue Lake WTP1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (Harlan's)

Buteo jamaicensis

3/3/2026Colman Lake Trail1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

3/3/2026Lake Phalen1 observed

Carolina Wren (Northern)

Thryothorus ludovicianus

3/3/2026Dermatologists1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

3/1/2026Kaposia Landing1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/6/2026

Mallard

253/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

23/6/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

23/6/2026

American Crow

23/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/6/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/6/2026

American Robin

13/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

33/6/2026

Barred Owl

33/4/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/2/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

43/2/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/2/2026

Blue Jay

43/2/2026

American Tree Sparrow

43/2/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

23/2/2026

Common Merganser

42/28/2026

Bald Eagle

32/28/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

12/25/2026

Northern Flicker

32/25/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  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 Crosby Farm Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Crosby Farm Regional Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Crosby Farm Regional Park?
Notable species at Crosby Farm Regional Park include Canada Goose, Barred Owl, American Crow, Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Crosby Farm Regional Park?
Birding at Crosby Farm Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Crosby Farm Regional Park?
Crosby Farm Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.