Englewood MetroPark

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Englewood MetroPark is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 264 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Red-shouldered Hawk, and Red-bellied Woodpecker among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.

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

Common Goldeneye x Hooded Merganser (hybrid)

Bucephala clangula x Lophodytes cucullatus

3/4/2026Eastwood MetroPark--Eastwood Lake1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/3/2026Iron Horse Trail (Montgomery Co.)1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

2/25/20265995 Horseshoe Bend Rd, Ludlow Falls US-OH 40.01656, -84.317591 observed

Spotted Towhee

Pipilo maculatus

2/22/2026G&Gs1 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

2/21/2026Ridge Ave, Dayton OH1 observed

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

2/21/2026Hills and Dales MetroPark1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

13/4/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/4/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

33/4/2026

American Crow

13/4/2026

Tufted Titmouse

13/4/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/4/2026

Song Sparrow

13/4/2026

Northern Cardinal

33/4/2026

Wood Duck

33/4/2026

Mallard

123/4/2026

Mourning Dove

83/4/2026

Killdeer

13/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/4/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Carolina Chickadee

73/4/2026

Brown Creeper

13/4/2026

Northern Harrier

13/1/2026

White-throated Sparrow

23/1/2026

Great Horned Owl

13/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  3. 3

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Englewood MetroPark for birding?
The best months to visit Englewood MetroPark for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Englewood MetroPark?
Notable species at Englewood MetroPark include Canada Goose, Red-shouldered Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, American Crow. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Englewood MetroPark?
Birding at Englewood MetroPark is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Englewood MetroPark?
Englewood MetroPark offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.