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Birding Near Asheville, NC

8 birding locations within 50 miles

North Carolina · United States

8

Locations

28+

Species

5

Habitats

3

Peak Seasons

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Birding Locations Near Asheville

a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

North Carolina

2.7 mi away

Moderate

Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary

Lake birding hotspot in North Carolina with 234 recorded species.

LakeSpringFall
River/Riparian birding habitat

North Carolina

3.5 mi away

Easy

Biltmore Estate - Deer Park River Trail

River/Riparian birding hotspot in North Carolina with 212 recorded species.

River/RiparianUrban ParkSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

North Carolina

3.8 mi away

Moderate

Biltmore Estate

Forest birding hotspot in North Carolina with 231 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

North Carolina

7.0 mi away

Easy

Warren Wilson College - Owen Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in North Carolina with 221 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

North Carolina

8.0 mi away

Easy

Lake Julian Park

Lake birding hotspot in North Carolina with 221 recorded species.

LakeUrban ParkSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

North Carolina

13.6 mi away

Moderate

Hooper Lane

Forest birding hotspot in North Carolina with 246 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

North Carolina

19.8 mi away

Easy

Jackson Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in North Carolina with 222 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

North Carolina

24.3 mi away

Moderate

Lake Junaluska

Lake birding hotspot in North Carolina with 224 recorded species.

LakeSpringFall

Top Species Near Asheville

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

Canada GooseBuffleheadMourning DoveRed-shouldered HawkRed-bellied WoodpeckerWild TurkeyEastern Screech-OwlCarolina ChickadeeNorthern CardinalDark-eyed JuncoEastern TowheeKilldeerRock PigeonRed-tailed HawkEastern PhoebeDouble-crested CormorantMallardGraylag GooseGraylag x Canada Goose (hybrid)Egyptian GooseMuscovy DuckBlack VultureNorthern FlickerWood DuckDowny Woodpecker+3 more

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Urban Park4 locations
Lake3 locations
Forest2 locations
Wetland2 locations
River/Riparian1 location

Best Seasons:

Spring8 locations
Fall8 locations
Winter8 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near Asheville, NC?▼
Top birding locations within 50 miles of Asheville include Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary, Biltmore Estate - Deer Park River Trail, Biltmore Estate, Warren Wilson College - Owen Park, Lake Julian Park. These spots offer lake, river/riparian, urban park habitats.
What birds can I see near Asheville?▼
Birders near Asheville can spot species including Canada Goose, Bufflehead, Mourning Dove, Red-shouldered Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Wild Turkey, Eastern Screech-Owl, Carolina Chickadee. The area's 5 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near Asheville?▼
The best seasons for birding near Asheville are Spring and Fall and Winter. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near Asheville?▼
There are 8 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Asheville, NC, ranging from 2.7 to 24.3 miles from the city center.

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