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Birding Near Richmond, VA

8 birding locations within 50 miles

Virginia · United States

8

Locations

25+

Species

5

Habitats

3

Peak Seasons

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Birding Locations Near Richmond

River/Riparian birding habitat

Virginia

4.1 mi away

Easy

James River Park - The Wetlands

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Virginia with 207 recorded species.

River/RiparianUrban ParkSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

Virginia

12.2 mi away

Easy

Dutch Gap Conservation Area/Henricus Historical Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in Virginia with 230 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
River/Riparian birding habitat

Virginia

40.5 mi away

Easy

York River State Park

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Virginia with 210 recorded species.

River/RiparianSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Virginia

40.9 mi away

Moderate

Greensprings Interpretive Trail

Forest birding hotspot in Virginia with 234 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

Virginia

44.0 mi away

Challenging

Jamestown Island

Coastal birding hotspot in Virginia with 234 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
River/Riparian birding habitat

Virginia

46.2 mi away

Easy

Colonial Parkway - College Creek

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Virginia with 211 recorded species.

River/RiparianSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

Virginia

46.6 mi away

Easy

New Quarter Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in Virginia with 205 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

Virginia

48.3 mi away

Challenging

Hog Island Wildlife Management Area

Coastal birding hotspot in Virginia with 278 recorded species.

CoastalWetlandSpringFall

Top Species Near Richmond

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

BuffleheadRing-billed GullDouble-crested CormorantCarolina ChickadeeTufted TitmouseCanada GooseWood DuckGadwallRing-necked DuckAmerican CootHooded MerganserRed-breasted MerganserRuddy DuckMourning DoveMallardPied-billed GrebeLesser ScaupCommon GoldeneyeOspreyTurkey VultureYellow-bellied SapsuckerRed-bellied WoodpeckerAmerican White PelicanTundra SwanNorthern Shoveler

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

River/Riparian3 locations
Urban Park3 locations
Wetland2 locations
Coastal2 locations
Forest1 location

Best Seasons:

Spring8 locations
Fall8 locations
Winter8 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near Richmond, VA?▼
Top birding locations within 50 miles of Richmond include James River Park - The Wetlands, Dutch Gap Conservation Area/Henricus Historical Park, York River State Park, Greensprings Interpretive Trail, Jamestown Island. These spots offer river/riparian, urban park, forest habitats.
What birds can I see near Richmond?▼
Birders near Richmond can spot species including Bufflehead, Ring-billed Gull, Double-crested Cormorant, Carolina Chickadee, Tufted Titmouse, Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Gadwall. The area's 5 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near Richmond?▼
The best seasons for birding near Richmond are Spring and Fall and Winter. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near Richmond?▼
There are 8 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Richmond, VA, ranging from 4.1 to 48.3 miles from the city center.

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