Pershing State Park

Missouri · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Pershing State Park is a productive birding destination in Missouri, with 221 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, Turkey Vulture, and Red-tailed Hawk 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

2/28/2026Fountain Grove CA (Linn Co.)1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (abieticola)

Buteo jamaicensis

2/28/2026Fountain Grove CA (Linn Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/5/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

43/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Northern Flicker

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

63/5/2026

American Crow

33/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

63/5/2026

Tufted Titmouse

83/5/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

13/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

33/5/2026

Brown Creeper

13/5/2026

Carolina Wren

13/5/2026

Eastern Bluebird

83/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

33/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

73/5/2026

Mallard

522/28/2026

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 Pershing State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Pershing State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Pershing State Park?
Notable species at Pershing State Park include Mallard, Turkey Vulture, Red-tailed Hawk, Red-headed Woodpecker, Northern Flicker. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pershing State Park?
Birding at Pershing State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Pershing State Park?
Pershing State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.