Weldon Spring CA - Blue Grosbeak Trail

Missouri · Midwest

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Habitat

GrasslandWetland

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Weldon Spring CA - Blue Grosbeak Trail is a productive birding destination in Missouri, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Woodcock 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

Canada Goose Mallard American Woodcock White-throated Sparrow Red-winged Blackbird

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Bullock's Oriole

Icterus bullockii

3/5/2026Fulton Compound1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

3/5/2026Home Muirkirk Lane1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

3/5/2026Timberlake1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/5/2026720 Bent Brook Rd, Des Peres US-MO 38.59442, -90.447311 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/4/20262751 Glencoe Road, Wildwood, Missouri, US (38.558, -90.643)1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/3/2026Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park2 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/3/2026Huntleigh/Lindbergh1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

2/27/2026Mirasol1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

2/26/2026My Backyard2 observed

Birding Tips

1
Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.
2
Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Birding Guides

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

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Weldon Spring CA - Blue Grosbeak Trail for birding?▼

The best months to visit Weldon Spring CA - Blue Grosbeak Trail for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Weldon Spring CA - Blue Grosbeak Trail?▼

Notable species at Weldon Spring CA - Blue Grosbeak Trail include Canada Goose, Mallard, American Woodcock, White-throated Sparrow, Red-winged Blackbird. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Weldon Spring CA - Blue Grosbeak Trail?▼

Birding at Weldon Spring CA - Blue Grosbeak Trail is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Weldon Spring CA - Blue Grosbeak Trail?▼

Weldon Spring CA - Blue Grosbeak Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.