Hooper Lane

North Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Hooper Lane is a productive birding destination in North Carolina, with 246 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Black Vulture, and Red-shouldered Hawk among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Tundra Swan

Cygnus columbianus

3/5/2026Just Ripe Farm1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

3/5/2026French Broad River Park1 observed

Surf Scoter

Melanitta perspicillata

3/5/2026Osceola Lake1 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

3/4/2026The Park at Flat Rock1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/4/2026Biltmore Estate--The Lagoon1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/4/2026Carolina Lake1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

13/4/2026

Black Vulture

13/4/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/4/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/4/2026

Northern Flicker

13/4/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/4/2026

Blue Jay

13/4/2026

American Crow

13/4/2026

Carolina Wren

13/4/2026

European Starling

153/4/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/4/2026

American Pipit

13/4/2026

House Finch

33/4/2026

Savannah Sparrow

13/4/2026

Song Sparrow

23/4/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

23/4/2026

American Kestrel

13/3/2026

Osprey

13/2/2026

Killdeer

3/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

3/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hooper Lane for birding?
The best months to visit Hooper Lane for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Hooper Lane?
Notable species at Hooper Lane include Mourning Dove, Black Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, Red-tailed Hawk, Northern Flicker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hooper Lane?
Birding at Hooper Lane is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Hooper Lane?
Hooper Lane offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.