Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
ForestUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This forest and urban park habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Killdeer, and Barred Owl 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

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

3/2/2026Lab1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/2/2026Pond @ the Gardens1 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

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

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

2/27/2026Clover Cemetery and Wetlands1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

2/26/2026Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park--Darby Plains Wet Prairie Restoration3 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/5/2026

Mallard

803/5/2026

Mourning Dove

83/5/2026

American Woodcock

73/5/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/5/2026

European Starling

23/5/2026

Eastern Bluebird

13/5/2026

American Robin

183/5/2026

Song Sparrow

13/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

83/5/2026

Common Grackle

33/5/2026

Killdeer

283/4/2026

Barred Owl

23/4/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Northern Flicker

13/4/2026

Blue Jay

133/4/2026

American Crow

33/4/2026

Carolina Chickadee

33/4/2026

Tufted Titmouse

23/4/2026

Brown Creeper

13/4/2026

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area for birding?
The best months to visit Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area?
Notable species at Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area include Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Barred Owl, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Northern Flicker. The area supports forest, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area?
Birding at Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area?
Walnut Woods Metro Park - Tall Pines Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.