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Lebanon Hills Regional Park

Minnesota · Midwest

EasyView on eBird
Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lebanon Hills Regional Park is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

American RobinNorthern CardinalBlue JayRed-tailed HawkWhite-breasted Nuthatch

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

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

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.

Amenities

Parking
Restrooms
Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

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The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lebanon Hills Regional Park for birding?▼
The best months to visit Lebanon Hills Regional Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lebanon Hills Regional Park?▼
Notable species at Lebanon Hills Regional Park include American Robin, Northern Cardinal, Blue Jay, Red-tailed Hawk, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lebanon Hills Regional Park?▼
Birding at Lebanon Hills Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lebanon Hills Regional Park?▼
Lebanon Hills Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.