Guilford County Farm/Howerton Road

North Carolina · Southeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

SpringFallWinter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Guilford County Farm/Howerton Road is a productive birding destination in North Carolina, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Mourning Dove among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Mallard Mourning Dove Great Blue Heron Turkey Vulture

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

3/5/2026Westridge Rd, Greensboro US-NC 36.11526, -79.848471 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

3/5/2026Guilford County Farm/Howerton Rd. (Guilford Co.)1 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

3/4/2026Guilford County Farm/Howerton Rd. (Guilford Co.)1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/3/2026Lake Townsend--Marina1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/3/2026Lake Townsend--Marina1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/1/2026689–733 Benaja Rd, Reidsville US-NC 36.25312, -79.681071 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/5/2026

Mallard

23/5/2026

Mourning Dove

103/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

23/5/2026

Northern Harrier

13/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

23/5/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

33/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Northern Flicker

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

83/5/2026

American Crow

93/5/2026

Fish Crow

23/5/2026

Common Raven

13/5/2026

Tufted Titmouse

13/5/2026

Tree Swallow

13/5/2026

Carolina Wren

13/5/2026

Brown Thrasher

43/5/2026

Northern Mockingbird

153/5/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

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 Guilford County Farm/Howerton Road for birding?▼

The best months to visit Guilford County Farm/Howerton Road for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Guilford County Farm/Howerton Road?▼

Notable species at Guilford County Farm/Howerton Road include Canada Goose, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Great Blue Heron, Turkey Vulture. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Guilford County Farm/Howerton Road?▼

Birding at Guilford County Farm/Howerton Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Guilford County Farm/Howerton Road?▼

Guilford County Farm/Howerton Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.