Red Rock Rd

Minnesota · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Red Rock Rd is a productive birding destination in Minnesota, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Rock Pigeon 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

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

3/5/2026Veterans Memorial Park1 observed

Golden-crowned Kinglet

Regulus satrapa

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

Red-tailed Hawk (Harlan's)

Buteo jamaicensis

3/3/2026Colman Lake Trail1 observed

Song Sparrow

Melospiza melodia

3/3/2026964 Trout Brook Rd, Hudson US-WI 45.00166, -92.720561 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

3/3/2026Lake Phalen1 observed

Carolina Wren (Northern)

Thryothorus ludovicianus

3/3/2026Dermatologists1 observed

Eastern Bluebird

Sialia sialis

3/3/2026WI Home1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/2/20261207 CTH-V, Hudson US-WI 45.03655, -92.738752 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

3/1/2026Kaposia Landing1 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

3/1/2026Hastings Sand Coulee SNA--North Unit1 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

2/28/2026964 Trout Brook Rd, Hudson US-WI 45.00166, -92.720561 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

2/28/2026Minnesota Valley NWR--Headquarters2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

32/28/2026

Mallard

252/28/2026

Rock Pigeon

202/28/2026

Bald Eagle

12/28/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

12/28/2026

Blue Jay

12/28/2026

American Crow

32/28/2026

House Sparrow

42/28/2026

American Tree Sparrow

82/28/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

142/28/2026

White-throated Sparrow

22/28/2026

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 Red Rock Rd for birding?
The best months to visit Red Rock Rd for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Red Rock Rd?
Notable species at Red Rock Rd include Canada Goose, Mallard, Rock Pigeon, Bald Eagle, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Red Rock Rd?
Birding at Red Rock Rd is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Red Rock Rd?
Red Rock Rd offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.