Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands

Ohio · Midwest

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Gadwall 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 Wood Duck Gadwall Mallard Green-winged Teal

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/4/2026Walnut Woods Metro Park--Tall Pines Area1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/3/2026Etna, OH Backyard2 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/1/2026Slate Run Metro Park--Wetlands1 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

2/27/2026Hocking River Stream Restoration and Wetland1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

2/24/2026Coonpath Rd. Wetland (view from roadside only)1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

2/21/2026Pickerington Ponds (Franklin Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

3/1/2026

Wood Duck

73/1/2026

Gadwall

63/1/2026

Mallard

53/1/2026

Green-winged Teal

93/1/2026

Lesser Scaup

23/1/2026

Hooded Merganser

193/1/2026

American Coot

13/1/2026

Sandhill Crane

43/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/1/2026

Northern Harrier

13/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Northern Flicker

53/1/2026

Blue Jay

23/1/2026

American Crow

13/1/2026

Carolina Chickadee

13/1/2026

American Tree Sparrow

13/1/2026

Song Sparrow

23/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

43/1/2026

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 Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands for birding?▼

The best months to visit Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands?▼

Notable species at Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Gadwall, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands?▼

Birding at Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands?▼

Slate Run Metro Park - Wetlands offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.