Birding Near Bismarck, ND

Top birding locations within 50 miles of Bismarck include Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park, McKenzie Slough, Long Lake National Wildlife Refuge, Horsehead Lake Wildlife Management Area. These spots offer grassland, wetland, lake habitats.

Birders near Bismarck can spot species including Eastern Meadowlark, Dickcissel, Grasshopper Sparrow, Northern Harrier, Bobolink, Canada Goose, Mallard, Ring-necked Pheasant. The area's 3 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.

The best seasons for birding near Bismarck are Spring and Fall. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.

There are 4 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Bismarck, ND, ranging from 4.2 to 48.7 miles from the city center.