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Birding Near Greensboro, NC

9 birding locations within 50 miles

North Carolina · United States

9

Locations

23+

Species

4

Habitats

3

Peak Seasons

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Birding Locations Near Greensboro

Lake birding habitat

North Carolina

6.3 mi away

Moderate

Lake Brandt - Horsepen Creek Mudflats

Lake birding hotspot in North Carolina with 208 recorded species.

LakeRiver/RiparianSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

North Carolina

14.1 mi away

Moderate

Guilford County Farm/Howerton Road

Forest birding hotspot in North Carolina with 208 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

North Carolina

22.2 mi away

Moderate

Salem Lake

Lake birding hotspot in North Carolina with 213 recorded species.

LakeSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

North Carolina

45.4 mi away

Moderate

Mason Farm Biological Reserve

Forest birding hotspot in North Carolina with 210 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

North Carolina

47.7 mi away

Moderate

Jordan Lake - Farrington Point Rd Causeway

Lake birding hotspot in North Carolina with 215 recorded species.

LakeSpringFall
River/Riparian birding habitat

North Carolina

47.9 mi away

Moderate

Jordan Game Land - New Hope Creek (Chatham County Seasonal Mudflats)

River/Riparian birding hotspot in North Carolina with 227 recorded species.

River/RiparianSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

North Carolina

49.0 mi away

Moderate

Jordan Lake - Historical Data Only

Lake birding hotspot in North Carolina with 262 recorded species.

LakeSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

North Carolina

49.2 mi away

Moderate

Jordan Game Land - Northeast Creek Marsh & Seasonal Mudflats

Wetland birding hotspot in North Carolina with 219 recorded species.

WetlandRiver/RiparianSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

North Carolina

49.6 mi away

Moderate

Jordan Lake State Recreation Area - Ebenezer Point

Lake birding hotspot in North Carolina with 253 recorded species.

LakeSpringFall

Top Species Near Greensboro

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

GadwallMallardKilldeerRing-billed GullDouble-crested CormorantCanada GooseMourning DoveGreat Blue HeronTurkey VultureGraylag GooseMuscovy DuckRed-shouldered HawkBarred OwlRed-headed WoodpeckerRed-bellied WoodpeckerOspreyLesser ScaupBelted KingfisherCommon LoonBald EagleBuffleheadWilson's SnipeBonaparte's Gull

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Lake5 locations
River/Riparian3 locations
Wetland3 locations
Forest2 locations

Best Seasons:

Spring9 locations
Fall9 locations
Winter9 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near Greensboro, NC?▼
Top birding locations within 50 miles of Greensboro include Lake Brandt - Horsepen Creek Mudflats, Guilford County Farm/Howerton Road, Salem Lake, Mason Farm Biological Reserve, Jordan Lake - Farrington Point Rd Causeway. These spots offer lake, river/riparian, forest habitats.
What birds can I see near Greensboro?▼
Birders near Greensboro can spot species including Gadwall, Mallard, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull, Double-crested Cormorant, Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Great Blue Heron. The area's 4 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near Greensboro?▼
The best seasons for birding near Greensboro are Spring and Fall and Winter. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near Greensboro?▼
There are 9 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Greensboro, NC, ranging from 6.3 to 49.6 miles from the city center.

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