Richland B&O Trail - Lexington Community Park

Ohio · Midwest

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Richland B&O Trail - Lexington Community Park is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Green-winged Teal, and Red-tailed Hawk 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

Canada Goose Green-winged Teal Red-tailed Hawk American Crow Carolina Chickadee

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

3/3/2026Charles Mill Lake Park7 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

2/28/2026Kokosing Lake Wildlife Area9 observed

Common Grackle (Bronzed)

Quiscalus quiscula

2/28/2026Heckert Nature Preserve1 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

2/24/2026Charles Mill Lake Park1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

2/22/2026Amick Reservoir1 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

2/21/2026Pleasant Hill Lake (Richland Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

52/20/2026

Green-winged Teal

22/20/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

32/20/2026

American Crow

32/20/2026

Carolina Chickadee

12/20/2026

European Starling

42/20/2026

House Sparrow

12/20/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

5002/20/2026

Northern Cardinal

12/20/2026

Killdeer

12/20/2026

Horned Lark

32/20/2026

Eastern Bluebird

42/20/2026

American Robin

42/20/2026

Song Sparrow

12/20/2026

Common Grackle

52/20/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

11 min read

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Richland B&O Trail - Lexington Community Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Richland B&O Trail - Lexington Community Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Richland B&O Trail - Lexington Community Park?▼

Notable species at Richland B&O Trail - Lexington Community Park include Canada Goose, Green-winged Teal, Red-tailed Hawk, American Crow, Carolina Chickadee. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Richland B&O Trail - Lexington Community Park?▼

Birding at Richland B&O Trail - Lexington Community Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Richland B&O Trail - Lexington Community Park?▼

Richland B&O Trail - Lexington Community Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.